Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To motivate someone to do something creative or beneficial, often by making them feel enthusiastic or hopeful.
Inspire
/ɪnˈspʌɪə/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Good leaders inspire their team to do great work.This book will inspire you to follow your dreams.
Etymology:
From the Latin verb inspirare, meaning to breathe into, combining in (into) + spirare (to breathe). First used in Middle English in the sense to fill (the mind) with grace in the 14th century.
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