IGNESCENT


Meaning of IGNESCENT in English

(ˈ)ig|nes ə nt adjective

Etymology: Latin ignescent-, ignescens, present participle of ignescere to catch fire, from ignis fire

1. : capable of emitting sparks

ignescent stone

2. : inflammatory , volatile

an ignescent personality

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