Definition of inspiring
:having an animating or exalting effect
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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 of inspiring from the Web
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So, the least inspiring part of this story – at least for most, at least for now – is that Valley View Casino Center is going to be home to a National Lacrosse League franchise that will begin play in November 2018.
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While our prayers remain with Houston during this trying time, take a look at some of the most heartwarming, hilarious and inspiring moments from Black people surviving Harvey.
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Weirdly, really stirring music played behind this only marginally inspiring moment.
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Her makeover is already inspiring plenty of opinions from social media, who seem to be split in their opinions of the cover — with some praising the noticeably different look and some who aren't on board with the change.
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Geremy Jasper’s endearing, infectiously inspiring debut feature stars freckled, frizzy-haired Danielle Macdonald as Patti, a heavyset white girl who longs to be a rapper.
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Smith vs. Lynch Cowboys linebacker Jaylon Smith had an inspiring debut last week against the Indianapolis Colts.
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Share an inspiring ceremony and messages of hope in honoring our loved ones lost to suicide.
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The members go to Washington fresh from the inspiring presence of the people.
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First Known Use of inspiring
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inspiring Synonyms
Synonyms
breathtaking, charged, electric, electrifying, exhilarating, exhilarative, galvanic, galvanizing, hair-raising, heart-stopping, exciting, intoxicating, kicky, mind-bending, mind-blowing, mind-boggling, rip-roaring, rousing, stimulating, stirring, thrillingAntonyms
unexcitingRelated Words
arresting, interesting, intriguing, provocative, tantalizing, titillating; absorbing, engrossing, gripping, riveting; moving, poignant, touching; enchanting, enthralling, fascinating, spellbinding; dynamic, energetic, high-voltage, kinetic, lively, lustyNear Antonyms
boring, mind-numbing, tedious, tiresome; dreary, dull, humdrum, monotonous, uninterestingINSPIRING Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of inspiring for English Language Learners
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: causing people to want to do or create something or to lead better lives
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