spark
spark
noun
A tiny, glowing particle produced by fire, electricity, or friction.
"A spark flew from the bonfire."
verb
To emit sparks or cause something to ignite or start burning.
"The faulty wire sparked dangerously."
verb
To cause or initiate a strong reaction, event, or development.
"His comments sparked a heated debate."
noun
A small amount of a particular quality, feeling, or potential.
"There was a spark of hope."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: spark off, trigger, set off, actuate, trip, activate, trigger off, touch off, electric discharge, discharge, electric arc, arc