Simple meaning
What does Inspire mean?
Inspire means to motivate someone to do something good.
Dictionary definition
To give someone the desire or confidence to act, create, or improve.
Example sentences
Inspire in a sentence
easy
Her speech inspired us to volunteer.
medium
Great teachers inspire students to keep learning.
hard
A single brave act can inspire a whole community to help.
Synonyms
Words like Inspire
Antonyms
Opposite words
discourageUse when reducing someone's confidence to try.
demotivateUse when taking away the drive to act.
Word family
Inspire word family
Base word
inspire
adjective
inspiring
Making people feel motivated.
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Practice 1
What does inspire mean?
Inspire means helping people feel ready and eager to do something positive.
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