1. to set on fire; to ignite
Usage: literal sense; often poetic or formal
2. to arouse or inspire (an emotion, passion, or interest)
Usage: figurative sense; common in literary contexts

Examples

• The spark enkindles the dry wood.
• Her passionate speech enkindles hope in the audience.
• The sunset enkindles the sky with brilliant colors.
• His words enkindled a desire for justice in the community.
• The discovery enkindles scientific curiosity among the students.
• Ancient stories enkindled the imagination of young readers.