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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Diane Paulus, the Broadway director, was dancing the American Ballet Theater at a very young age, but her mother’s approach, for me personally, was an inspiring model. Susan Dominus, CNBC, 7 June 2025 Pinterest just rounded up its global summer trend predictions, and each is just as inspiring as the next. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025 The Axeman remains one of New Orleans’ most enduring legends, inspiring books, jazz ballads and even an appearance in American Horror Story, the FX series. Christina Coulter, People.com, 4 June 2025 Ollie has been an inspiring creative force, great colleague, and a champion and friend to countless filmmakers. Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 3 June 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 18 Jun. 2025.

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