inspired

adjective

in·​spired in-ˈspī(-ə)rd 

: outstanding or brilliant in a way or to a degree suggestive of divine inspiration

gave an inspired performance

Examples of inspired in a Sentence

She gave an inspired performance.

He was an inspired choice for the role.

Recent Examples on the Web

From a Scandinavian folk-modern–inspired lake house in Wisconsin to a classic Hapgood style colonial in New Jersey, Katie Rosenfeld and Co. devises homes that feel timeless, with layered patterns and prints, heirloom furnishings, and original artwork. —Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 15 Apr. 2025

These contracts automate royalty payments, licensing arrangements, and other critical transactions whenever a derivative or inspired piece is created. —Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025

Aselton stacks the deck against her own character with the inspired casting choice of Diggs, the liveliest presence imaginable and too warm to easily cut ties with. —Stephen Saito, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025

The Heat earned Wednesday’s win in Chicago behind an inspired defensive effort and Herro’s efficient offensive explosion. —Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for inspired

• acquired
• admired
• backfired
• conspired
• desired
• enquired
• hardwired
• inquired
• rehired
• required
• respired
• transpired