inspiring

adjective

in·​spir·​ing in-ˈspī-riŋ How to pronounce inspiring (audio)
Synonyms of inspiringnext
: having an animating or exalting effect

Examples of inspiring in a Sentence

an inspiring idea for a national program in which young people would commit themselves to a year of community service
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Her free-spirited, adventurous attitude toward all things beauty is inspiring, and so is her attitude about age. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 June 2026 But fans of the team received a new reason to cheer for a former contributor, as an infielder from the 2023 club made an inspiring return to the major leagues after a cancer diagnosis nearly pushed him to retirement. Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026 Watching what Richards has gone through the last two weeks to get himself into this position was inspiring, his teammates said. Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026 Talking about death can be educational, empowering and inspiring. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for inspiring

Word History

First Known Use

1717, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inspiring was in 1717

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“Inspiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inspiring. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.

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