Used when someone actively ignites something, often with a match or lighter.

Physical Action

Describes the act of adding light or fire to enhance the ambience of a place.

Create Atmosphere

Used figuratively to describe something becoming more lively, happy, or vibrant.

Can signify making an event or moment feel more special or exciting.

Indicates a sudden or noticeable change in someone's emotion, usually to happiness or excitement.

Requires observation of facial expressions; often used in literature.

Can suggest a habitual action, particularly in relation to smoking cigarettes.

May reflect social attitudes towards smoking or imply a casual break in social gatherings.