inspire
word
/ˌɪnˈspaɪɹ/
in-SPYR
/ɪnspˈaɪə/
in-SPY-uh
Definition
To make someone feel excited, motivated, or creative, often encouraging them to do something new or positive.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for emotional or creative influence; often paired with words like 'story', 'speech', or 'person'. Can be formal or informal. Not the same as 'encourage', which is more about support than motivating new ideas.
Spanish: inspirar - motivarPortuguese (BR): inspirar - motivarPortuguese (PT): inspirar - motivarChinese (Simplified): 激励 - 鼓舞Chinese (Traditional): 激勵 - 鼓舞Hindi: प्रेरित करनाArabic: يُلهم - يحفّزBengali: অনুপ্রাণিত করা - অনুপ্রেরণা জাগানোRussian: вдохновлятьJapanese: 刺激する - インスパイアする - 触発するVietnamese: truyền cảm hứngKorean: 영감을 주다Turkish: ilham vermekUrdu: حوصلہ افزائی کرنا - متاثر کرناIndonesian: menginspirasi
Example Sentences
A beautiful sunset can inspire an artist.
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That movie really inspired me to follow my dreams.
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He has the ability to inspire confidence in everyone around him.
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I hope my story will inspire others to never give up.
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Her words inspire me to work harder.
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Great leaders often inspire change.
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