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

These spaces are about wonder, perfect for a museum that, at its core, is about teaching and inspiring children. — Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026

During the song’s orchestral instrumental, Styles and his classmates watch as their instructor performs an inspiring solo routine that incorporates a number of birdlike movements. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 26 Oct. 2026

Despite Hamilton having lived only the early part of his childhood in Nevis, the premier believes his legacy is inspiring. — ABC News, 21 Oct. 2026

Beyond the athlete is an authentic, curious and genuinely inspiring person. — Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 19 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