Synonyms for

Stokes

Verb / stəʊks / Another word for stokes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To poke or stir up a fire or furnace to increase the heat or intensity.

Synonyms & similar words

stoke fuel kindle ignite spark incite rouse provoke stimulate activate arouse awaken boost encourage excite fan galvanize inspire spur stir animate

Synonyms by register

Formal

incite provoke instigate foment

Informal

egg on spur on push goad

Literary

kindle animate fire

Antonyms

discourage quench dampen suppress extinguish calm

Common collocations

  • stoke the flames
  • stoke the fire
  • stoke interest
  • stoke demand
  • stoke rebellion
  • stoke anger
  • stoke the embers

Word family

noun stoke
verb stoke

Usage note

Primarily used as a verb meaning to feed fuel to a fire or to stir up emotions or actions. The noun 'stoke' is less common and often refers to the act of stoking a fire.

Example sentences

  1. She stokes the furnace every morning.
  2. He stokes the grill before cooking the meat.
  3. They stoke the bonfire to keep warm outside.
  4. The coach stokes the team's enthusiasm before the game.
  5. The politician stokes fear to win votes.

Quotes

  • "If you want to stoke creativity, take a break. A little rest can go a long way." -Daniel Goleman
  • "I think the best way to stoke up economic growth is to get the government off our backs." -John Stossel
  • "My mother stoked the fire. She always kept the fire going in our house." -Mae Jemison

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