stoke
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for stoke, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To add fuel to a fire to keep it burning, or to feed a furnace.
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Less common
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How to use stoke
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle Dutch stoken, "to poke or thrust," related to feeding a fire.
Full origin of stoke →Frequently asked questions
What does “stoke” mean?
The word “stoke” means to add fuel to a fire to keep it burning, or to feed a furnace. In plain terms, to feed a fire to keep it going, or figuratively to fuel a feeling like anger or excitement.
How do you pronounce “stoke”?
“Stoke” is pronounced stohk (/stoʊk/ in IPA).
How do you use “stoke” in a sentence?
Here is “stoke” used in a sentence: “He stoked the fire before going to bed.”
What part of speech is “stoke”?
“Stoke” is a verb.
Where does the word “stoke” come from?
The word “stoke” comes from Dutch. From Middle Dutch stoken, "to poke or thrust," related to feeding a fire.
Is “stoke” a common word?
“Stoke” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “stoke” have?
“Stoke” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to add fuel to a fire to keep it burning, or to feed a furnace.
What is the difference between "stoke" and "fuel"?
"Stoke" specifically means to add fuel to a fire or furnace to keep it burning, while "fuel" more broadly means to supply any energy source, whether literal or figurative.
Can "stoke" be used figuratively?
Yes, "stoke" is commonly used figuratively to mean encouraging or intensifying a feeling or situation, as in "stoke excitement" or "stoke controversy."
What does it mean to be "stoked"?
Informally, "stoked" is an adjective meaning excited or enthusiastic, derived from the verb "stoke."