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Definitions

inspiration

[in-spuh-rey-shuhn] / ˌɪn spəˈreɪ ʃən /
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

Example Sentences

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He’s indicating the power itself is an inspiration.

From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026

And it’s no surprise that Rose has drawn inspiration from Nicklaus’s mechanics to remodel his game.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Calling the planned restriction "difficult but necessary", he said the government's goal was not to distance young people from technology which "can be a source of inspiration, knowledge and creativity".

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

On multiple fronts, his dad has served as a source of inspiration.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

In yet another flash of inspiration, he crossed some hybrids to each other, making hybrids of hybrids.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee