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ignite vs burn

burn vs ignite

ignite is not a noun while burn is a noun.

ignite and burn both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ignite No No Yes No
burn Yes No Yes No
As verbs, burn is a hypernym of ignite; that is, burn is a word with a broader meaning than ignite:
  • ignite: cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat
  • burn: cause to burn or combust
Other hypernyms of ignite include combust.
ignite (noun) burn (noun)
damage inflicted by fire
a place or area that has been burned (especially on a person's body)
pain that feels hot as if it were on fire
an injury caused by exposure to heat or chemicals or radiation
ignite (verb) burn (verb)
start or maintain a fire in get a sunburn by overexposure to the sun
arouse or excite feelings and passions undergo combustion
cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat cause to undergo combustion
start to burn or burst into flames destroy by fire
damage by burning with heat, fire, or radiation
burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent
use up (energy)
create by duplicating data
feel strong emotion, especially anger or passion
cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort
feel hot or painful
spend (significant amounts of money)
execute by tying to a stake and setting alight
shine intensely, as if with heat
cause to burn or combust
Difference between ignite and burn

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