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

  • (..) that by doing this we're making ourselves irrelevant? No, frankly, we're making you irrelevant. -Nice. -Don't blame me. Blame the high fuel costs. Blame insurance premiums. Blame technology. You know, you better watch yourself. You're a little too young to become a dinosaur. I'm not a dinosaur. (..)
    2009 Up in the Air