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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
An inspired taste straight from the South, this flavor features pineapple, banana, coconut, and carrot ice cream, made complete with cream cheese icing swirls, banana bread, and praline pecan pieces, of course. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 The playful print isn’t too overpowering, yet it’s guaranteed to turn heads (and collect compliments) thanks to its flattering neckline and retro-inspired vibe. — Melony Forcier, InStyle, 25 June 2026
Verb
The work inspired other researchers to think about discrepancy problems in a new way. — Quanta Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026 In early October, Chef DeVonn Francis will debut Symone, a restaurant inspired by French-African cuisine and fueled by seasonal ingredients. — News Desk, Artforum, 21 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
  • Riley has a talented veteran QB (Jayden Maiava), a strong O-line and now mad scientist Gary Patterson as defensive coordinator.
    — Stewart Mandel, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Created by Ashley Lyle and Bart Nickerson, Yellowjackets is the saga of a team of wildly talented high school girls soccer players who become the (un)lucky survivors of a plane crash deep in the remote northern wilderness.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of talented
Verb
  • After Wednesday's hearing, Warren said he was encouraged by the judge's questions and hoped for a ruling before students return for the new semester.
    — Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The story reported that, wary of potential consequences for employment in California, Newsom had encouraged Bonta to find a solution out of court.
    — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of encouraged
Verb
  • The case has elicited strong emotions across the community, with many rallying around the dog's owner, who is homeless.
    — Naveen Dhaliwal, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • News of the 2027 Met exhibition elicited a range of reactions online.
    — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of elicited
Verb
  • Iger joined Thrive Capital in 2022 as a venture partner, with Iger connecting Kushner to the broader business world while Kushner educated Iger on the tech world.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Raised by servants and educated by an uncle, Sade was a spoiled child with a temper and a taste for rebellion.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of educated
Adjective
  • The Buñuelian skeptic in me also shirks at Fried’s approving references to Diderot’s petite église invisible, the small hidden church whose members—painters, critics, curators, patrons—are the vision-gifted serious pursuers of art history.
    — Carlos Valladares, ARTnews.com, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Pollack’s character, Rosie, is a gifted cello prodigy who competes for the chance to open for the band Connect 3 (once again played by the Jonas Brothers) on their national tour after.
    — Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of gifted
Verb
  • The passage is eerily similar to Salinger’s own state of mind while in uniform, specifically on a day that should have evoked ecstasy.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Every visit evoked grief and fury, happiness and gratitude, disbelief and mourning.
    — Lina Sergie Attar, Time, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of evoked
Adjective
  • Gager stepped down from his role in 2017, but his creative streak remains strong.
    — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • At the new Artistry in Action area at University and Tasso, artists and instructors from the Pacific Art League will take visitors through the creative process — with questions welcome.
    — Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of creative
Adjective
  • Featuring exteriors by Espen Øino International, interiors by Reymond Langton Design, and naval architecture by Lürssen, Whisper (then Kismet) won a prestigious World Superyacht Award in 2015 thanks to its innovative design.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Though potential mission delays could still open up opportunities for these innovative flyers to tag along.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of innovative

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