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inspired

adj.
US //ˌɪnˈspaɪɝd// UK //ɪnspˈaɪəd// in·spired
  1. 1 motivated and creative (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate

    feeling full of new ideas and the desire to do something great.

    filled with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially to do something creative.

    Example

    After watching the documentary about the artist, she felt inspired to start painting again.

    Example

    The young architect felt deeply inspired by the city's blend of brutalist concrete and lush green spaces.
  2. 2 excellent or brilliant (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    showing a lot of skill or a very clever idea.

    demonstrating exceptional quality, creativity, or brilliance as if resulting from a sudden flash of insight.

    Example

    The chef made an inspired choice by adding a hint of lime to the soup.

    Example

    The director's inspired casting of a newcomer in the lead role transformed the production into a critical success.
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  1. 3 divinely influenced (adj.)
    C1 Advanced Formal Religion

    influenced by a god or a holy power.

    guided or influenced by a divine or supernatural power.

    Example

    Many people believe that the ancient texts were inspired by God.

    Example

    The theologian argued that the scriptures were divinely inspired rather than being mere historical records.
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