GRE Word List

IGNITE

to set afire

The meaning of the word ignite is to set afire.

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WordMeaning
inalienableincapable of being alienated, surrendered, or transferred
fermentationthe enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
aspireto seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal
weatherthe state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
entourageone's attendants or associates
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
tepidmoderately warm : lukewarm
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity