Inspiring
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈspaɪə.ɹɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Inspiring is an adjective meaning Providing inspiration; encouraging; stimulating.
Meaning
Providing inspiration; encouraging; stimulating.
More Meanings
- present participle and gerund of inspire
- inspiration
Example Sentences
From the severity of his father to the sweet intellectual inspirings of his wife a sadness seems ever to dwell upon his career. It was not that he was unfortunate. Few men have achieved greater success in life than John Stuart Mill.
Word Forms
- inspirings
Synonyms for inspiring
Depending on context, synonyms include exalting, ennobling.
Antonyms for inspiring
Common opposites include uninspiring.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include exalting, ennobling, inspirational, encouraging, heartening, motivating.
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