1
as in to encourage
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
the rousing campaign speech inspired everyone to get out the vote
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2
as in to elicit
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
what inspired that comment?
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as in to educate
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
great works of visual art can inspire us in ways that the written word often cannot
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Recent Examples of inspire
Consider trying one of these luxurious neck-tie blouses inspired by celebrities, below.
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 15 May 2025
The commercial presents scenes, inspired by A’ja’s childhood, that resonate with many Black girls and women.
—Timeka Tounsel, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Photo Gallery Actress Susanne Wuest was greatly inspired by the box of photos the filmmaker provided of the women who lived on the farm.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 May 2025
The primary bedroom has upholstered moss-green suede walls and, a tribute to Mies van der Rohe, the iconic Chicago architect who inspired the design, a leathered stone accent wall behind the bed.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 May 2025
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Nicol Natale, People.com, 15 May 2025
The commercial presents scenes, inspired by A’ja’s childhood, that resonate with many Black girls and women.
—Timeka Tounsel, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Photo Gallery Actress Susanne Wuest was greatly inspired by the box of photos the filmmaker provided of the women who lived on the farm.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 15 May 2025
The primary bedroom has upholstered moss-green suede walls and, a tribute to Mies van der Rohe, the iconic Chicago architect who inspired the design, a leathered stone accent wall behind the bed.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspire
Verb
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There is no fee to nominate and self-nominations are encouraged.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
26 May 2025
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Both trains offer luxury journeys that encourage passengers to partake in the joys of slow travel.—
Laura Itzkowitz,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2025
Verb
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In the office of my therapist, this formulation elicits a heavy sigh.—
Hanif Abdurraqib,
New Yorker,
16 May 2025
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With this Leafs season hanging in the balance, perhaps this is the moment Berube changes his tone and approach to elicit a response from his players?—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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From tackling the country’s vicious dictatorship to honing in on intimate personal narratives while shattering taboos, Chilean documentary filmmakers continue to push boundaries and adapt to the pulse of broader social cues, committing to wide-ranging themes that not only educate, but enthral.—
Holly Jones,
Variety,
17 May 2025
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Having traveled to 75 countries, bought real estate in 24, established businesses in 7, and educated her children in 4, Kathleen is the go-to expert on expat life.—
Kathleen Peddicord,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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The visual — evoking the spirit of ’80s films like the David Bowie-starring Labyrinth — combined with the album’s haunting-yet-allegorical themes, further cements DannyLux’s place as a trailblazing artist in his genre.—
Tere Aguilera,
Billboard,
16 May 2025
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It’s saturated in cinephile knowing, as well as a certain anachronistic dreaminess; the sinister synth score and the use of lengthy dissolves between scenes evoke an earlier era.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
16 May 2025
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“Inspire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspire. Accessed 30 May. 2025.
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