I'm inspired

Meaning

1. 1phrasefixed phrase

   Used to say that you feel full of ideas or motivation, often because of something you have seen or heard.

   Grammar: It is a complete sentence; 'I'm' is the contraction of 'I am'. You can add 'by' to name the source: I'm inspired by her.

   Patterns

   • I'm inspired by someone/something
   • I'm inspired to do something

   After watching that documentary, I'm inspired to start my own project.

   I'm inspired by the way she never gives up.

   Every time I visit this art gallery, I'm inspired.

Common combinations

feel inspired

I always feel inspired after talking to my mentor.

inspired by

The song is clearly inspired by old jazz records.

inspired to do something

She was inspired to become a doctor after volunteering at a hospital.

deeply inspired

I was deeply inspired by his speech.

Synonyms and how they differ

motivated

Focuses on having a reason or drive to act, not necessarily a creative spark; 'inspired' often suggests a sudden emotional lift.

encouraged

Means given hope or confidence by someone else; 'inspired' is stronger and more about excitement or new ideas.

Opposites

Word family

inspire verb

To make someone feel enthusiastic or full of ideas.

inspiring adjective

Something that makes you feel motivated or full of ideas.

inspiration noun

A person, thing, or idea that gives you the desire to do something.

Practice

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