inspiration

UK
/ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃən/
US
/ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃən/

Translations

inspirationnoun
inspirations
pl
UK
/ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃən/
US
/ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃən/
She was the inspiration behind his successful career.
Она была вдохновителем его успешной карьеры.
The artist found inspiration in the beauty of nature.
Художник нашел вдохновение в красоте природы.
Additional translations
inspirationadjective
more inspiration
Comp.
most inspiration
Super.
UK
/ˌɪn.spɪˈreɪ.ʃən/
US
/ˌɪn.spəˈreɪ.ʃən/
Attributive use before another noun (e.g., "inspiration board").

Definitions

inspirationnoun
The process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.
The artist found inspiration in the vibrant colors of the sunset.
A sudden brilliant, creative, or timely idea.
The invention was born out of a moment of inspiration during a late-night brainstorming session.
The drawing in of breath; inhalation.
The doctor instructed the patient to take a deep inspiration before exhaling slowly.
A person or thing that inspires.
Her grandmother was her greatest inspiration, always encouraging her to pursue her dreams.
Divine guidance or influence exerted directly on the mind and soul.
The scriptures were written under divine inspiration.
inspirationadjective
Used attributively to denote something intended to stimulate creativity or ideas.
The kit comes with an inspiration booklet for budding artists.