INSPIRED Synonyms: 139 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of inspired

as in talented

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verb

past tense of inspire

as in encouraged

to fill with courage or strength of purpose the rousing campaign speech inspired everyone to get out the vote

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as in elicited

to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved) what inspired that comment?

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as in educated

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 inspired

Adjective

Unique red sand, aqua seas, and dramatic lava cliffs provide an inspired setting. — Jennifer Tzeses, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Sep. 2026 In photos obtained by People, Hayek sports a retro-inspired, clavicle-length style complete with finger waves. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 7 Sep. 2026

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In Cannes, MarediModa will present David Shah’s Spring/Summer 2028 trend-forecasting program for beachwear, bodywear and athleisure, each with five distinct fashion attitudes inspired by music and cultural subcultures. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026 It’s been five years since John Mayer released his eighth studio album, 2021’s 1980s inspired Sob Rock. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inspired

Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspired

Adjective

Bryan is an incredibly talented country singer known for writing songs that tell deep and often incredibly emotional stories.

— David Hookstead OutKick, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Studios together meant making difficult decisions where the two companies overlapped, and unfortunately that affected talented people.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of talented

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Perhaps the only prominent Ukrainian who has demanded a wartime election is Fedorov, the former defense minister who elicited the comment about Starshield from Musk.

— Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026
Views on gender equality were elicited through questions on polygamy, wifely obedience, and giving priority to men in politics, the job market, and education.

— Mansoor Moaddel, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of elicited

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In keeping with royal tradition, the young Duke of Kent was educated at Ludgrove (also attended by Prince William and Prince Harry), then Eton and later Le Rosey in Switzerland.

— Stephanie Bridger-Linning, Vanity Fair, 10 Oct. 2026
On campus, students are educated on the importance of not touching or feeding the donkeys, which weigh about 500 pounds and can charge at humans when feeling threatened.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of educated

Adjective

The Julia Set, written and directed by Byrne, centers on Infiniti as Julia Fischer, a gifted young math genius.

— Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026
How was Dolly a model for a woman in country to be a gifted songwriter and entertainer, with both strong values and wide appeal?

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of gifted

Verb

His remarks evoked a world on edge, beset by growing social and economic divides and the uneven effects of globalization.

— Ishaan Tharoor, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2026
While many of the more contentious and controversial aspects of his life are presented in one-sided fashion, friend and former manager Rory Holloway’s still-raw sense of betrayal at Tyson firing his entire team is evoked with vivid irritation.

— Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of evoked

Adjective

The creative team is currently developing the treatment and preparing to engage potential partners about the longer version.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026
The Fairchilds said Jeffrey, who would be 57 in December, was intelligent, well-read and had a great sense of humor, with a passion for creative writing.

— Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of creative

Adjective

Studies have shown that countries with stronger IP systems tend to be more innovative, while weaker IP systems may stifle innovation.

— Andrei Iancu, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026
In keeping with its innovative and eco-minded bent, Ecoalf developed construction-ready textiles to cover about 60 percent of the boutique, including 16-foot-tall arches.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026

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