Meaning of the word inspire in English

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inspire

US /ɪnˈspaɪr/

UK /ɪnˈspaɪr/

fill (someone) with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative

Example:

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His courage inspired everyone around him.

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The beautiful scenery inspired her to paint.

Synonym:

motivate encourage stimulate animate excite

create (a feeling, especially a positive one) in a person

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Her speech inspired hope in the audience.

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The story inspired a sense of wonder.

Synonym:

arouse evoke generate produce instill

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