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inspiration
[ in-spuh-rey-shuhn ]
noun
- an inspiring or animating action or influence:
I cannot write poetry without inspiration.
Synonyms: ,
- something inspired, as an idea.
- a result of inspired activity.
- a thing or person that inspires.
- Theology.
- a divine influence directly and immediately exerted upon the mind or soul.
- the divine quality of the writings or words of a person so influenced.
- the drawing of air into the lungs; inhalation.
- the act of inspiring; quality or state of being inspired.
inspiration
/ ˌɪԲɪˈɪʃə /
noun
- stimulation or arousal of the mind, feelings, etc, to special or unusual activity or creativity
- the state or quality of being so stimulated or aroused
- someone or something that causes this state
- an idea or action resulting from such a state
- the act or process of inhaling; breathing in
inspiration
/ ĭ′sə-′ə /
- See inhalation
Other 51Թ Forms
- i·辱·tDz noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of inspiration1
Example Sentences
"Beyond his musicianship, Clem was a source of inspiration both on and off the stage. His vibrant spirit, infectious enthusiasm and rock solid work ethic touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing him."
They say the sounds of their respective upbringings often affect their music, sometimes without even being conscious of it — naming L.A.’s specific cadence as unintentional inspiration.
Otherwise, these interconnected plots are rousing pulp fictions — the Quentin Tarantino film is an obvious inspiration.
Salon: Are there any lessons you think from the example of the abolitionists or the suffragists that people trying to resist the current backlash could take inspiration from?
In the meantime, here's our week 31 team of the week for some short-term inspiration.
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