inspired
adjective
in·spired
in-ˈspī(-ə)rd 
: outstanding or brilliant in a way or to a degree suggestive of divine inspiration
gave an inspired performance
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She gave an inspired performance.
He was an inspired choice for the role.
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Alison Willmore, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2026
Millions back home are looking up and feeling more inspired because of you.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2026
Millions back home are looking up and feeling more inspired because of you.
—Tom Costello, NBC news, 10 Apr. 2026
According to researchers, the behavior highlights how complex biological functions can arise from simple mechanical interactions, offering new insights for designing adaptive, bio-inspired robotic systems.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2026
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“Inspired.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inspired. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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