inspire

verb B2 Neutral

Meaning

To inspire means to fill someone with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially something creative or positive.

💡 A common mistake is using "inspire" when "inspirational" is more appropriate to describe something that motivates.

Example Sentences

Teachers inspire students to work hard and achieve their goals .

Teachers often inspire students to work harder and achieve more .

The teacher's dedication continues to inspire students every day .

What stories inspire you to work harder every day ?

Word in Context

Every Saturday Maria goes to the small community garden near her apartment and tends the plants with care . She talks to the local children about how a seed becomes a plant and often shows them simple experiments . Her calm way of explaining things inspires the kids to ask questions and try gardening at home . Lately parents have been joining the sessions , and the group has grown slowly but steadily . The afternoon ends with everyone sharing tea and deciding what to plant next , which creates a peaceful and hopeful feeling .

Common Phrases

inspire creativity inspire confidence inspire change

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