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inspire

The correct spelling is inspire.

How to pronounce inspire

/ɪn.ˈspaɪə(ɹ)/
verb

IPA: /ɪn.ˈspaɪə(ɹ)/

Say it like: Ins-pir-e

The correct spelling is inspire. To infuse into the mind; to communicate to the spirit; to convey, as by a divine or supernatural influence; to disclose preternaturally; to produce in, as by inspiration. For example: "Elders should inspire children with sentiments of virtue."

Usage Examples

Elders should inspire children with sentiments of virtue.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To infuse into the mind; to communicate to the spirit; to convey, as by a divine or supernatural influence; to disclose preternaturally; to produce in, as by inspiration.
  2. 2.To infuse into; to affect, as with a superior or supernatural influence; to fill with what animates, enlivens or exalts; to communicate inspiration to.
  3. 3.To draw in by the operation of breathing; to inhale.
  4. 4.To infuse by breathing, or as if by breathing.
  5. 5.To breathe into; to fill with the breath; to animate.

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