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Definition of inspired

inspired

/ɪnˈspaɪərd/
in · spired
Adverb:inspiredly
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1

Of extraordinary quality, creativity, or brilliance, as if arising from a sudden flash of genius or external impulse.

Example

"Hiring a classical musician to compose the film's electronic score proved to be an inspired decision."

2

Filled with the urge, enthusiasm, or confidence to do something creative or worthwhile.

Example

"After attending the lecture on renewable energy, the students felt inspired to launch a campus sustainability initiative."

3

Guided, communicated, or prompted by divine or supernatural agency.

Example

"The ancient scrolls were revered by the monastic community as the inspired teachings of the prophets."

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inspirational
inspirationally
inspire
inspired
inspirer
inspiring
inspiringly

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the past participle of the verb 'inspire', which entered Middle English via Old French from the Latin 'inspirare', meaning 'to breathe or blow into' (from 'in-' meaning 'into' and 'spirare' meaning 'to breathe'). It originally referred to a divine or supernatural being imparting truth or creative power into the human soul.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Inspired. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/inspired
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