inspiring

adjective

in·​spir·​ing in-ˈspī-riŋ How to pronounce inspiring (audio)
: having an animating or exalting effect

Examples of inspiring in a Sentence

an inspiring idea for a national program in which young people would commit themselves to a year of community service
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The key isn’t enforcing decisions, but inspiring action, turning technical expertise into impact. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025 Ridley Scott gave Gladiator the kind of scope and muscularity appropriate for a swords-and-sandals epic, and Crowe’s rugged decency made for an inspiring underdog. Will Leitch, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2025 The play on proportion, bold color blocks, texture and the 1920s Deco glam drop-waist gowns created a powerful mix of inspiring and expressive fashion. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 2 Mar. 2025 Coupled with the Two of Wands, this inspiring collaboration will bring mutual growth to you and the other person or party involved. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for inspiring

Word History

First Known Use

1717, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inspiring was in 1717

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“Inspiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inspiring. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.

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