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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Check out a few inspiring ideas below. Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 27 Jan. 2026 The Cultural Center offers a rich year-round events program that includes motivational talks, inspiring performances, salons, dinners, wellness experiences and intimate gatherings with artists, thinkers, chefs and cultural leaders. Emma Kershaw, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026 The show tells the inspiring true story of Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners during the 1984 miners’ strike, with original music by Christopher Nightingale, Josh Cohen, and DJ Walde. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 26 Jan. 2026 So, that’s hopeful and inspiring. Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 26 Jan. 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 1 Feb. 2026.

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