inspiring

1 of 2

adjective

in·​spir·​ing in-ˈspī-riŋ 

: having an animating or exalting effect

inspiring

2 of 2

present participle of inspire

Synonyms of inspiring

Adjective

• breathtaking
• exciting
• interesting
• intriguing
• thrilling

Examples of inspiring in a Sentence

Adjective

an inspiring idea for a national program in which young people would commit themselves to a year of community service

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Better than just an inspiring fashion reference, though, is how the book examines the different ways that a bolo tie can serve as a powerful form of self-expression. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026

The ambitious, but costly, multi-day experience was one of the most creatively inspiring offerings in company history. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026

The Noles are 2-2 through four games, and their two losses might actually be more inspiring than their two wins. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026

The series was one of the more consequential pieces of journalism this century, winning a Pulitzer Prize and inspiring Spotlight, the 2015 film that won a best picture Oscar. — Aaron Couch, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1717, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for inspiring

• acquiring
• admiring
• aspiring
• conspiring
• enquiring
• expiring
• perspiring
• rehiring
• retiring
• untiring
• firing
• hiring