inspire
/ɪnˈspaɪər/
English B2 · Upper-intermediateverbFeelings
inspire (verb) means to make someone feel they want to do something good.
Persian: الهام بخشیدن
Meaning of inspire
| Word | inspire |
|---|---|
| Definition | to make someone feel they want to do something good |
| Persian | الهام بخشیدن |
| Pronunciation | /ɪnˈspaɪər/ |
| Part of speech | verb |
| Level | B2 (Upper-intermediate) |
Example sentence
Her speech inspired me to start my own business.
سخنرانی او مرا الهام بخشید تا کسبوکار خودم را شروع کنم.
Word forms of inspire
| Word class | Form |
|---|---|
| verb | inspire |
| noun | inspiration |
Synonyms of inspire
motivate, encourage
Common phrases with inspire
- inspire someone
- deeply inspired
- inspire confidence
Related English words
aggressiveready to attack or argue with others · B2appreciateto be grateful for something or to understand its value · B2attitudethe way you think and feel about something · B2reluctantnot willing to do something · B2confidentsure of your own ability; certain that something will go well · B1patientable to wait calmly; a person receiving medical treatment · B1worryto feel anxious about something · B1regretto feel sorry about something you did or did not do · B1
Questions about inspire
What does inspire mean?
inspire (verb) means to make someone feel they want to do something good.
What is the Persian meaning of inspire?
inspire means الهام بخشیدن in Persian.
What level is the word inspire?
inspire is a English B2 (upper-intermediate) word.
What is another word for inspire?
Words close in meaning to inspire include motivate, encourage.
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