inspiring

1 of 2

adjective

in·​spir·​ing in-ˈspī-riŋ 

: having an animating or exalting effect

inspiring

2 of 2

present participle of inspire

Synonyms of inspiring

Adjective

• breathtaking
• exciting
• interesting
• intriguing
• thrilling

Examples of inspiring in a Sentence

Adjective

an inspiring idea for a national program in which young people would commit themselves to a year of community service

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

As California’s Latino population grew and their political power eventually did too, the days when such a victory would have been an inspiring surprise are long gone. — Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026

That should be commended, but the win should also be inspiring, and something the Dolphins labor to build on. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 1 Nov. 2026

To have this moment off my first debut project is very inspiring. — Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 30 Oct. 2026

My latest stargazing obsession The origin story of both Taurid meteor showers is genuinely awe-inspiring. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1717, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for inspiring

• acquiring
• admiring
• aspiring
• conspiring
• enquiring
• expiring
• perspiring
• rehiring
• retiring
• untiring
• firing
• hiring