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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
Today’s Sagittarius moon brings an inspired conversation with an unpredictable outcome. — Usa Today, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026 Zendaya mixed high jewelry from Chopard and Messika with sculptural gold pieces by Fope, along with ancient inspired accessories including headpieces, ear cuffs, diamond chokers and gladiator sandals. — Alex Badia, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
Verb
His love of trains and his love of the Wild West inspired him to champion the Mine Train through Nature’s Wonderland, which opened in 1960. — Julie Tremaine, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026 Things kick off with a six-minute pre-show, inspired by the fictional Hawkins radio station WSQK The Sqwuak. — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 28 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
  • But with the talented dual-threat QB healthy and a more seasoned Sooners front, the hunch here is that OU will be much improved on offense in 2026.
    — Bruce Feldman, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
  • For the longest time, as an ambassador and protector of American motorsports and one of the most talented drivers to ever sit in a stock car, Denny Hamlin didn’t believe in luck.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of talented
Verb
  • More than a decade ago, the two researchers were introduced by their mutual boss, the chancellor at UCSF, who encouraged them to collaborate.
    — Pien Huang, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026
  • As Brown ramped back up this summer, he and the team were encouraged by his progress.
    — Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of encouraged
Verb
  • The news, revealed in court earlier in the day, elicited an audible gasp inside the courtroom and prompted Judge William Sullivan to implore jurors to work through their disagreements to break the impasse.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The news of the 2027 Met exhibition elicited a range of reactions online.
    — Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of elicited
Verb
  • An altar boy at Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, he was educated at the Christian Brothers Academy and at Siena College, a Franciscan school in nearby Loudonville.
    — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026
  • But these students must also be educated alongside general education peers to meet federal and state class size and inclusivity regulations.
    — Melissa Brown, Chalkbeat, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of educated
Adjective
  • Newsom’s team acknowledges widespread dislike for California, even among some Democrats, but argues that the California governor is gifted and experienced at fighting back against such criticism on the national stage.
    — Steve Peoples, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2026
  • His Ian is a man who loves life — the life of a British celebrity, an erotic adventurer, and an actor who’s gifted and ambitious enough to think of himself as an artist.
    — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of gifted
Verb
  • Osaka evoked his image in another look styled by Roach, wearing a Who Decides War French terry sweatshirt adorned with press clippings of her career highlights, according to Vogue, over a full tulle skirt.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The actress’ dress evoked a similar witchy-ness to Kidman’s, featuring a black lace overlay with floral design cues along with a contrasting black and green base fabric.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of evoked
Adjective
  • Based in Sacramento, Sugar Coated is a scratch bakery specializing in gourmet cupcakes, macarons, and individual desserts, known for creative fillings, premium ingredients and unexpected flavor combinations.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • But then came creative-class-friendly mid-tier chains such as Warby Parker, Everlane, and Madewell, followed by upscale shops like Chanel and Hermès.
    — Michael Calderone, Curbed, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of creative
Adjective
  • This is why counting AI pilots tells us little about whether an organization is becoming more innovative.
    — Jeff DeGraff, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Her work brings together fashion, technology and industrial application, with a particular focus on more responsible and innovative approaches to garment finishing.
    — Alice Tonello, Footwear News, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of innovative

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“Inspired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspired. Accessed 8 Sep. 2026.

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