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inspiration

in·spi·ra·tion

inspiration

 
 
pronunciation:
In sp reI shn
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a person or thing that motivates, uplifts, or gives one the confidence to do something; someone or something that inspires.
Your poems have been a great inspiration for me to start writing.Her father had been a musician too, and he had been a great inspiration to her as a child.The interesting woman he met on the train was the inspiration for his new book.
synonyms:
motivation, stimulus
similar words:
encouragement, impulse, incentive, influence, motive, spur
definition 2: motivation or creative spark.
The artist found his inspiration in nature.Our coach gave us the inspiration we needed to improve our performance.My mom used to paint, but she says that she's lost her inspiration.
definition 3: a great or very creative idea.
Your idea to have a party for the old folks was an inspiration.
synonyms:
flash, insight, revelation
similar words:
boost, motive
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