inspiration Synonyms
Another word for inspiration
• noun (Context 1)
The process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative or artistic.
"The quiet mountain landscape provided the perfect creativity for her new novel."
• noun (Context 2)
A person, place, or thing that arouses creative thought, motivation, or uplifting emotion in others.
"Her dedication to community service has been an muse to young volunteers across the city."
• noun (Context 3)
A sudden, brilliant, clever, or timely idea or insight.
"Wait until the last minute was not a good plan, so he had a sudden epiphany to reorganize the schedule."
• noun (Context 4)
The physiological act of drawing air into the lungs; inhalation.
"The physician listened carefully to the patient's chest during both inhalation and expiration."
Opposites of inspiration
The opposite of inspiration shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: