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inspired

[in-spahyuhrd] / ɪnˈspaɪərd /
ADJECTIVE
stimulated
Synonyms
STRONG
activated animated encouraged energized excited exhilarated galvanized influenced inspirited motivated moved roused started stirred
ADJECTIVE
seemingly moved by supernatural powers
Synonyms
STRONG
divine exalted fired guided possessed touched transported uplifted
WEAK
carried away ecstatic

Example Sentences

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An exhibition at the Institute of Contemporary Art Philadelphia juxtaposes the functional yet beautiful designs of the religious sect with contemporary works inspired by its creations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Her attitude was inspired by the anime-editing days of her youth.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

That move inspired another return to TV with the series “Kendra Sells Hollywood,” which documented her new gig as a member of the Ernie Carswell & Associates team.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

Its shape closely resembles a sperm whale, the famous marine animal from Herman Melville's novel, which inspired its name.

From Science Daily • Apr. 1, 2026

The prank is my idea, inspired by a comment from Pouncey.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.