inspiring

in-spir-ing · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Having the quality of inspiring; causing enthusiasm, motivation, or admiration.

  2. 2.

    Stimulating creative or positive feelings.

Related words

Antonyms: discouraging, dispiriting, uninspiring
See also: inspiration, inspire, motivating
Synonyms: encouraging, motivating, uplifting

Etymology

Present participle of "inspire," from Latin inspirare ("to breathe into"). Used as an adjective meaning "capable of inspiring."