Ember/ˈembər/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Dying Fire Used to describe a fire that's almost out, but still has heat. We sat by the warmth of the dying embers. Pro Tip 2/3Glowing Remains Often refers to the glowing pieces in a fire after flames are gone. The ethereal glow of the embers fascinated the children. Pro Tip 3/3Symbol of Hope Metaphorically, an ember can represent a small hope that's still alive. Their kindness was the ember of hope he needed.