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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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
Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
This year, the Bucs are feeling themselves after an inspired 23-20 win against the Atlanta Falcons, with first-round wide receiver Emeka Egbuka hauling in the winning touchdown from Mayfield.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2025
The exclusive model is available exclusively as a manual and an attractive livery inspired by the legendary 2002 Turbo.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Where does one become so inspired?
—Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
This year, the Bucs are feeling themselves after an inspired 23-20 win against the Atlanta Falcons, with first-round wide receiver Emeka Egbuka hauling in the winning touchdown from Mayfield.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
It may be borrowed or coined, named after a person, inspired by a place or imitative of a sound.
—Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2025
The exclusive model is available exclusively as a manual and an attractive livery inspired by the legendary 2002 Turbo.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspired
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Over the course of a conversation that spanned more than a million words and 300 hours, the bot encouraged Brooks to adopt grandiose beliefs, validated his delusions, and led him to believe the technological infrastructure that underpins the world was in imminent danger.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
19 Oct. 2025
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These men, too, were encouraged to get married—and stay married.—
Julia Ioffe,
New Yorker,
19 Oct. 2025
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Though the White House has gone through many renovations over the years, the ballroom project has elicited concerns from architectural societies.—
Rebecca Schneid,
Time,
22 Oct. 2025
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Vincho also elicited fantastic performances from her entire cast, complemented by stunning cinematography throughout.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Oct. 2025
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The key is to get educated about what menopause really is and what your body needs to adapt to the changes.—
Essence,
Essence,
23 Oct. 2025
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Meng was born and educated in China.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Like many talented young golfers, Phillips can’t help but think of possibly reaching the PGA Tour someday.—
Alex Valdes,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Tjhe party was directed by a witchy master of the craft who led a talented band but didn’t play an instrument herself all night.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Oct. 2025
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Jessica Stam Former Victoria’s Secret runway model Jessica Stam evoked her love for the brand and this year’s Angels on Wednesday night with messy waves down to her chest.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
16 Oct. 2025
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Wilson's stage presence evoked Reba McEntire and Miranda Lambert, solidifying her superstar status.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Higley Unified School District Seeks a maintenance and operations budget override of 15% to support teacher compensation, class sizes, educational resources for classrooms, elementary programs, including physical education, music and arts, all-day kindergarten and gifted programs.—
Erick Trevino,
AZCentral.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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The chair, which is seen as a mark of respect from Pope Leo and the Vatican, is being gifted to the King, 76.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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Chelsea have been at their creative best in the second half of matches, creating 15 big chances (second-best behind Palace’s 17) and scoring eight (best).—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Ackermann was named creative director of Tom Ford Fashion in September last year, succeeding Peter Hawkings.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
23 Oct. 2025
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He is considered to be an original disruptor in the wine world thanks to his passion for creating innovative wines that sometimes seem counterintuitive to the older traditions held by many French winemakers.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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For aggrieved wives of cheating husbands, a rising new professional service in China offers an innovative solution.—
Sheri Linden,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Inspired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspired. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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