inspiring

adjective

in·​spir·​ing in-ˈspī-riŋ 

: having an animating or exalting effect

Synonyms of inspiring

• breathtaking
• exciting
• interesting
• intriguing
• thrilling

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

Recent Examples on the Web

In an effort to make that happen, officials with the city of Little Rock presented a plan for the portion of the trail at the Dillard's headquarters on Thursday at an open forum meeting at the Dunbar Community Center, inspiring hope in some cyclists and advocates. —Amir Mahmoud, Arkansas Online, 9 Nov. 2025

Tickets are just $8, with $2 from every ticket benefiting the Miracle League of San Diego (MLSD), an inspiring organization that provides special-needs children and adults the opportunity to play baseball in an organized league. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025

Couple-Care is a monthly series highlighting inspiring couples in our community. —Essence, 7 Nov. 2025

And then also, Christy’s story is so inspiring, so heart-wrenching, and so very personal. —Glenn Garner, Deadline, 7 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1717, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for inspiring

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