kindler

One who ignites

A kindler is one who kindles—who starts fires or sparks enthusiasm in others.

The word appears most often in figurative contexts: a kindler of hope, a kindler of revolution.

Someone described as a kindler ignites ideas or emotions rather than literally striking matches.

fire

firestarter

Material that initiates combustion

  • igniterDevice that starts combustion
  • flameBurning gas made visible
  • tinderCombustible material for ignition

spark · matchstick · lighter · combustion · ember · hearth · campfire · woodstove · fireplace · flint

inspiration

inspirer

One who stirs others

awakener · stimulator · encourager · igniter · muse · provocateur · inciter · activator · instigator · animator

device

e-reader

Digital book device

ebook · paperwhite · screen · reading · download · library · audiobook · wireless · backlight · touchscreen

Opposites
fire/combustion

kindlerextinguisher

Device for dousing flames

quencher · douser · smotherer · fire extinguisher · dampener

conflict/social dynamics

kindlerpeacemaker

Conflict resolution agent

reconciler · uniter · mediator · pacifier · harmonizer

emotional arousal

kindlersoother

What brings relief

calmer · pacifier · tranquilizer · mollifier · appeaser

Phrases
Family

kindle, kindling, kindled, rekindle, kindles, rekindling, rekindled, kindlers

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G