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(Entry 1 of 2)
as in talented, gifted
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inspired
verb
past tense of inspire
Synonyms & Antonyms of inspired (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
- the rousing campaign speech inspired everyone to get out the vote
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2
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
- what inspired that comment?
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3
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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“Inspired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspired. Accessed 28 Jan. 2022.
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