inspirations

NOUN

idea, stimulus

Synonyms

STRONGEST

encouragement enthusiasm genius incentive influence insight motivation revelation vision

STRONG

afflatus animus approach arousal awakening brainchild brainstorm creativity elevation exaltation fancy flash hunch illumination impulse motive muse notion rumble spark spur stimulation thought whim

WEAK

deep think inflatus

Antonyms

STRONGEST

discouragement

STRONG

depression hindrance reality truth

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inspirations

Many of Iraola's attacking principles resemble those of one of his long-time managerial inspirations, the former Leeds United boss Marcelo Bielsa.

From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2026

Her inspirations, meanwhile, extend well beyond her own family.

From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026

Campos credits local Latino-led bands like Xibalba and Harsh Reality as inspirations to dive into making music and embrace his identity in the genre.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2026

Ms. Ware has cited Donna Summer and Chaka Khan as inspirations, and her voice’s combination of power and warmth puts her in league with such legends.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 21, 2026

And because it was Finny’s idea, it happened as he said, although not as easily as some of his earlier inspirations.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles