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   inspire

   /ɪnˈspʌɪə/

   verb

   • 1. fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative: "his philosophy inspired a later generation of environmentalists" Similar stimulatemotivatecauseinclinepersuadeencourageinfluencerousemovestirspur (on)goadenergizegalvanizeinciteimpelanimatefire the imagination offire with enthusiasmrare:inspiritincentivizefillip
   • ▪ create (a feeling, especially a positive one) in a person: "their past record does not inspire confidence" Similar arouseawakenpromptcauseinduceignitetriggerkindleproducegeneratebring outbring aboutgive rise tosow the seeds ofliterary:enkindleOpposite extinguish
   • ▪ animate someone with (a feeling): "he inspired his students with a vision of freedom"
   • ▪ give rise to: "the film was successful enough to inspire a sequel" Similar give rise tolead toresult inbring aboutcausebe the cause ofpromptproducespawnengenderbe the inspiration forliterary:beget
   • 2. breathe in (air); inhale: "they can expand their lungs and inspire enough gas to satisfy oxygen requirements"

   Word Origin Middle Englishenspire, from Old French inspirer, from Latin inspirare ‘breathe or blow into’ from in- ‘into’ + spirare ‘breathe’. The word was originally used of a divine or supernatural being, in the sense ‘impart a truth or idea to someone’.

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   • 1. inspirer noun

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMeaning of inspire in English - Cambridge Dictionary

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   INSPIRE definition: 1. to make someone feel that they want to do something and can do it: 2. to make someone have a…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of INSPIRE is to spur on : impel, motivate. How to use inspire in a sentence. More on the Meaning of Inspire

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   Inspire means to excite, encourage, or breathe life into. Inspire comes from the Latin word that means to inflame or to blow in to. When you inspire something, it is as if you are blowing air over a low flame to make it grow. A film can be inspired by a true story. Studying for your test will inspire confidence in you.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishINSPIRE definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   6 meanings: 1. to exert a stimulating or beneficial effect upon (a person); animate or invigorate 2. to arouse (with a.... Click for more definitions.

6. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishinspire verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of inspire verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › thesaurus › inspireSynonyms and antonyms of inspire in English - Cambridge ...

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   verb. These are words and phrases related to inspire. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of inspire. Shakespeare has inspired generations of playwrights. Synonyms. stimulate to creation. be an ideal for. fill with life or strength. infuse with inspiration. influence. exalt. illumine. illuminate. impel.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › inspireInspire - definition of inspire by The Free Dictionary

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   1. To affect, guide, or arouse by divine influence. 2. To fill with enlivening or exalting emotion: hymns that inspire the congregation; an artist who was inspired by Impressionism. 3. a. To stimulate to action; motivate: a sales force that was inspired by the prospect of a bonus. See Synonyms at encourage. b.

9. www.yourdictionary.com › inspireInspire Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

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   Inspire definition: To affect, guide, or arouse by divine influence.

10. www.betterwordsonline.com › dictionary › inspireInspire - Definition, Meaning, Synonyms & Etymology

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    To inspire is to have a profound impact on someone's thoughts, emotions, or actions, often by serving as a source of inspiration or role model. Whether it is through words, actions, or artistic expression, to inspire is to evoke a sense of admiration, empowerment, or belief in oneself and others.

11. www.dictionary.com › browse › inspireINSPIRE Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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    Inspire definition: to fill with an animating, quickening, or exalting influence. See examples of INSPIRE used in a sentence.