Inspire

/ɪnˈspaɪər/

Meaning & Definition

verb

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

The beauty of the landscape inspired her to write poetry.

to create a feeling of enthusiasm or excitement in others.

The coach's speech inspired the team to give their best.

to produce or arouse (a feeling, thought, or idea) in a person.

Many historical figures inspire us to pursue justice and equality.

Middle English, from Old French 'inspirer', from Latin 'inspirare', meaning 'to breathe into'.

inspire confidence

to cause someone to feel confident.

inspire change

to motivate people to make a change.

inspire greatness

to encourage exceptional quality or achievement.

inspiration

a process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something.

aspiration

a hope or ambition of achieving something.

respiration

the process of inhaling and exhaling.

to pump up

That motivational speech really pumped me up for the game.

to spark

She sparked a movement with her powerful statements.