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Definition fuel in British English

fuel verb

verb
/ˈfjuːəl/

▪ criticism, debate, expectations, fears, rumours, speculation, worries

1

to make something increase or become worse, especially something unpleasant

Example

Graf's back problem fuelled speculation that she might soon retire.

Example

People's fear of crime is fuelled by sensationalist reports.

Synonyms and related words
worsen compound escalate
2

to put petrol into a vehicle or aircraft

Synonyms and related words
fill-up fuel miles to the/per/a gallon
2.1

if a vehicle fuels or fuels up, it is filled with petrol

Synonyms and related words
fill-up fuel miles to the/per/a gallon
Definition fuel in British English