inspirational

adjective

Definition of inspirationalnext
as in inspiring
causing people to want to do or create something; giving inspiration an inspirational speaker Her courage is inspirational.

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Recent Examples of inspirational The music of their first decade was gloriously unhinged, and inspirational to folks from Kurt Cobain to the Flaming Lips. — Steve Appleford, SPIN, 20 July 2026 Even inspirational leaders make boneheaded calls, as with firing an innovative defense minister. — Max Boot, Washington Post, 20 July 2026 Read More TopicsWedding InspirationVogue Weddings Vogue Weddings An all-access invitation to the exceptional and inspirational, plus planning tips and advice. — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 15 July 2026 Messi and Bellingham have been inspirational in their teams’ respective runs to the final four. — James Robson, Twin Cities, 14 July 2026 The two men have been in inspirational form, with Bellingham grabbing this tournament by the scruff of its neck and scoring four goals in the last two knockout rounds to put his name firmly in the ring. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 13 July 2026 The Domestic Policy Council also mischaracterizes and misrepresents the words of the museum’s director, Anthea Hartig, who has consistently worked to educate and inform visitors through innovative exhibits and inspirational programs. — Marc Stein, Time, 8 July 2026 Rios is inspirational, in her efforts to set up programs that showcase American pride and passion for improvement. — John Werner, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 If the art is bold, inspirational or entertaining, place it where it can be viewed easily. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspirational
  1. inspiring
  2. impressive
  3. exciting
  4. provocative
  5. motivational
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  • But now, just over two years later, the Red Sox have decided to move on following a difficult 2026 campaign for the inspiring journeyman.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Jupiter in Leo will form an inspiring trine to Neptune retrograde in Aries while also opposing Pluto retrograde in Aquarius, creating a push-and-pull between our visions for the future and the inevitable transformation at play.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
Definition of inspiring
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  • Yet the 23-year-old midfielder has been a catalyst behind England’s impressive run at the tournament, scoring six goals in six matches.
    — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 15 July 2026
  • Not a record-setter While the sale price was impressive, the pen and switch did not break into the top 10 list of the highest prices at a public sale for space artifacts and memorabilia.
    — Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 15 July 2026
Definition of impressive
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  • The King vs the Prince The clash of styles is one subplot but arguably not as exciting as the prospect of Messi coming up against Lamine Yamal.
    — Ben Church, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
  • After a month of adrenaline-pumping action, the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws to a close this weekend with two exciting finals.
    — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 18 July 2026
Definition of exciting
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  • The songs feature confident lyricism and insights into the star’s personal life, and both arrived alongside provocative music videos that expand Black’s exciting and unique visual world.
    — Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
  • The ad’s most provocative image was of American soldiers’ tombs at the Arlington National Cemetery.
    — Harry Booth, Time, 17 July 2026
Definition of provocative
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  • The former stockbroker now works as a writer and motivational speaker.
    — Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026
  • Tyson lent his name to the academy for $1 a year, has appeared at ceremonies for the school and given motivational speeches to students.
    — Jennifer Smith Richards, ProPublica, 16 July 2026
Definition of motivational

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