Synonyms of 'inspire' in American English
Synonyms of 'inspire' in British English
1 (verb)
Definition
to stimulate (a person) to activity or creativity
What inspired you to change your name?
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be responsible for
animate
There was little about the game to animate the crowd.
gee up
fire or touch the imagination of
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2 (verb)
His legend would even inspire a well-known song.
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give rise to
produce
Cooking with spices produces a wonderful smell.
3 (verb)
Definition
to arouse (an emotion or a reaction)
The car's effortless handling inspires confidence.
Synonyms
give rise to
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in the sense of animate
Definition
to make lively
There was little about the game to animate the crowd.
in the sense of awaken
Definition
to awake
He was snoring when I awakened him.
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