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ignite vs erupt

erupt vs ignite

ignite and erupt both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ignite No No Yes No
erupt No No Yes No
As verbs, ignite and erupt are synonyms defined as:
  • ignite and erupt: start to burn or burst into flames
Other synonyms of ignite include catch fire, combust, conflagrate, take fire.
ignite (verb) erupt (verb)
start or maintain a fire in become active and spew forth lava and rocks
arouse or excite feelings and passions start abruptly
cause to start burning; subject to fire or great heat erupt or intensify suddenly
start to burn or burst into flames become raw or open
break out
appear on the skin
force out or release suddenly and often violently something pent up
start to burn or burst into flames
Difference between ignite and erupt

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