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adjective

Definition of inspirednext
as in talented

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verb

past tense of inspire
1
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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2
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
Seth Rogen as the voice of a tiny alien co-piloting a space bus is an inspired concoction, as is a shabbier sci-fi realm with rest stops along the intergalactic highway. — ABC News, 24 June 2026 What remained, however, was a Viking (inspired) crowd absolutely electric about Erling Haaland. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 23 June 2026
Verb
Like many of his fellow countrymen, Buji was inspired by the thought that this collective crossing could somehow unlock his dream of reaching Spain and starting a new life in Europe. — ABC News, 1 Aug. 2026 The plan, called FIFA Forward Enterprise, inspired Carlos Cordeiro, a former Goldman Sachs banker and officially Infantino’s senior adviser, to resign. — Dennis Romero, NBC news, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inspired
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspired
  1. talented
  2. encouraged
  3. elicited
  4. educated
  5. gifted
  6. evoked
  7. creative
  8. innovative
Adjective
  • Valentino Giovanni Luchin is a man in his 60s with two wildly different legacies — he is known as a talented, hardworking Italian chef and an inept bank robber.
    — Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Or talented people are placed on an initiative that is underfunded, poorly defined or no longer important.
    — Ozan Ozerk, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of talented
Verb
  • Crystal Sosa said her husband encouraged her to take on the challenge.
    — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Communal spaces create an environment where guests and crew are encouraged to interact, while low-maintenance materials aim to maximize crew productivity.
    — Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of encouraged
Verb
  • News of the 2027 Met exhibition elicited a range of reactions online.
    — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Sometimes the trends are even more hyper-specific, like last year’s Pucci summer, in which influencers elicited envy while on Euro trips trapezing around in their retro prints.
    — Alexandra Hildreth, Vogue, 30 July 2026
Definition of elicited
Verb
  • Savvy, polished, and highly educated, Anaya is the eldest Clarke sibling and the mayor of Trinity City.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026
  • An analysis of county voting patterns shows El-Sayed’s younger and higher-educated base was pivotal on his path to victory.
    — Daniela Suarez, NBC news, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of educated
Adjective
  • Music Room An original print of rock legend Jerry Garcia from local Heart of Gold Gallery—gifted by Susan to her husband for his 50th birthday—anchors the music room.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2026
  • While the items were gifted, all of Jessie’s opinions are her own.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of gifted
Verb
  • These humble baubles once evoked summer-camp nostalgia and antique-purse collections; now, they’re affixed to viral sensations, designer duds, and semi-precious fine jewelry.
    — Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Saldaña wore a selection from Balmain’s fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection, defined by a distinct noir sensibility that evoked a modern femme fatale archetype.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
Definition of evoked
Adjective
  • This is good energy for planning a date, creative project, or one-on-one conversation that needs structure without losing spark.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Try this creative take on bread pudding, a casserole-style tomato dish filled with savory and sweet notes.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of creative
Adjective
  • The 51 projects — 40 features, six series, and five innovative or immersive works — all looking for production and financing partners, will be presented at the inaugural TIFF industry market.
    — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The Market, which runs September 10-16, will launch 51 projects – 40 features, six series and five innovative or immersive works – that are all looking for production and financing partners.
    — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of innovative

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