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- [in-spahyuh rd]
- /ɪnˈspaɪərd/
- /ɪnˈspaɪəd/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-spahyuh rd]
- /ɪnˈspaɪərd/
Definitions of inspired word
- adjective inspired aroused, animated, or imbued with the spirit to do something, by or as if by supernatural or divine influence: an inspired poet. 1
- adjective inspired resulting from such inspiration: an inspired poem; an inspired plan. 1
- adjective inspired inhaled: inspired air. 1
- verb with object inspired to fill with an animating, quickening, or exalting influence: His courage inspired his followers. 1
- verb with object inspired to produce or arouse (a feeling, thought, etc.): to inspire confidence in others. 1
- verb with object inspired to fill or affect with a specified feeling, thought, etc.: to inspire a person with distrust. 1
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Origin of inspired
First appearance:
before 1400 One of the 24% oldest English words
late Middle English word dating back to 1400-50; See origin at inspire, -ed2
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Parts of speech for Inspired
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inspired popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 94% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".
inspired usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for inspired
adj inspired
- influenced — the capacity or power of persons or things to be a compelling force on or produce effects on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc., of others: He used family influence to get the contract.
- moved — to pass from one place or position to another.
- animated — Someone who is animated or who is having an animated conversation is lively and is showing their feelings.
- stirred — to move one's hand or an implement continuously or repeatedly through (a liquid or other substance) in order to cool, mix, agitate, dissolve, etc., any or all of the component parts: to stir one's coffee with a spoon.
- activated — to make active; cause to function or act.
adjective inspired
- brilliant — A brilliant person, idea, or performance is extremely clever or skilful.
- outstanding — prominent; conspicuous; striking: an outstanding example of courage.
- superb — admirably fine or excellent; extremely good: a superb performance.
- exceptional — Unusual; not typical.
- virtuosic — a person who has special knowledge or skill in a field.
Antonyms for inspired
adjective inspired
- uninspired — not inspired; not creative or spirited: an uninspired performance; an uninspired teacher.
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