kindled
Kindled is the past tense and past participle of the verb kindle. In common usage, it means to light or ignite something, or to spark or inflame an emotion, interest, or activity. It can describe lighting a fire, or figuratively, awakening curiosity or passion.
The word originates in Old English and is of Germanic origin, with senses historically tied to fire
In everyday language, kindled can describe actions and feelings alike. Examples include lighting a campfire (“she
In scientific contexts, kindling refers to a specific phenomenon in neuroscience and epilepsy research. Repeated stimulation
Brand note: The capitalized form Kindle is a trademark used by Amazon for its line of e-readers