fuel

Definition

  • noun: a material (such as coal, oil, or gas) that is burned to produce heat or power
  • noun: a material used to produce heat or power by burning
  • verb: to supply (something) with fuel
  • verb: to provide with fuel
  • often used figuratively
  • synonyms: firing, kindling, breeze

Examples

  • The controversy continues to rage, and these latest accusations will only 'add fuel to the fire'.

  • These latest scandals will provide further 'fuel' for his political opponents.

  • The criticism she has faced has only 'fueled' her determination to succeed.

Movie quotes

  • (..) in the morning for breakfast, and I can camp nearby. You must be starving. I brought all these dehydrated meals, and I brought a stove, but I brought the wrong fuel. Yeah, I got a little bit more work to do, but you can wait in my truck. Thank you. - Thank you, sir. (..)
    2014 Wild