Definitions
- Describing the process of restarting a fire or flame that has gone out. - Referring to the revival of a relationship, passion, or interest that has faded over time. - Talking about the resurgence of a feeling or emotion that was once present but had diminished.
- Describing the process of reviving a fire or flame that has gone out. - Referring to the restoration of a relationship, passion, or interest that has faded over time. - Talking about the renewal of a feeling or emotion that was once present but had diminished.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe the process of reviving something that has faded or gone out.
- 2Both words can be used in the context of relationships, emotions, and passions.
- 3Both words involve the idea of bringing something back to life.
- 4Both words can be used figuratively and literally.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Rekindle is more commonly used than reigniting in everyday language.
- 2Connotation: Rekindle is often associated with a positive connotation, while reigniting can have a neutral or negative connotation.
- 3Intensity: Rekindle can imply a deeper level of renewal or restoration than reigniting.
Remember this!
Reigniting and rekindle are synonyms that describe the process of reviving something that has faded or gone out. However, rekindle is more commonly used and has a more positive connotation, implying a deeper level of renewal or restoration. On the other hand, reigniting can have a neutral or negative connotation and is only used as a verb.
