inspired (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈspaɪərd/

Definition

Filled with the urge or ability to do something creative; having an animating or exalting influence.

Examples

• The artist felt deeply inspired by the vibrant colors of the sunset.

• Her speech was so inspired that it moved the entire audience to action.

• He wrote an inspired piece of music after visiting the ancient ruins.

How to Use inspired

be inspired by (prepositional phrase)

To draw creative ideas or motivation from something or someone. — "She was inspired by her grandmother's resilience."

an inspired idea/decision (collocation)

A very good or clever idea/decision. — "His suggestion to combine the two projects was an inspired idea."

Synonyms of inspired

Words with a similar meaning to inspired:

• motivated
• creative
• stimulated
• original
• ingenious

Antonyms of inspired

Words with the opposite meaning to inspired:

• uninspired
• dull

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