Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unkindled
Adjective
/ʌnˈkɪndəld/
Definition
Not ignited or not set on fire; not aroused or excited.
Examples
- The campfire remained unkindled as the rain continued to pour down.
- Her unkindled dreams lingered in the back of her mind, waiting for the right moment to ignite.
- In the quiet of the forest, the unkindled wood lay patiently, untouched by flame.
- The student felt unkindled, lacking motivation to start the project.
Meaning
The term ‘unkindled’ refers to a state of being that is untouched by fire or passion, whether literally or metaphorically. It can describe something that has not yet been awakened or stimulated.
Synonyms
- Unignited
- Untouched
- Inactive
- Dormant