inspiring

adjective

in·​spir·​ing in-ˈspī-riŋ How to pronounce inspiring (audio)
: having an animating or exalting effect

Examples of inspiring in a Sentence

an inspiring idea for a national program in which young people would commit themselves to a year of community service
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The energy, the insights, and the collective drive to shape the future of decentralized finance were truly inspiring. Sandy Carter, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025 Coordinators shared stories both inspiring and dispiriting, of students and teachers excitedly embracing this more tactile, less judgmental kind of math – and of some administrators who still see math as liver and have resisted the state's efforts to convince them otherwise. Cory Turner, NPR, 17 Mar. 2025 Beyond talent, Taylor is a collaborative and inspiring presence within our theatre community, encouraging peers and elevating our productions. Heide Janssen, Orange County Register, 16 Mar. 2025 The film will tell the inspiring and heartfelt true story of Tuggle, drafted by the New York Giants, and his enduring impact on his team and teammates. Justin Kroll, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for inspiring

Word History

First Known Use

1717, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of inspiring was in 1717

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“Inspiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inspiring. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.

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