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inspirable

American

[in-spahyuhr-uh-buhl] / ɪnˈspaɪər ə bəl /

adjective

capable of being inspired.

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

uninspirable

adjective

Etymology

Origin of inspirable

First recorded in 1650–60; inspire + -able

Example Sentences

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It is inspirable by electricity, and bears human hopes, fears, and loves in its own bosom.

From Recreations in Astronomy With Directions for Practical Experiments and Telescopic Work by Warren, Henry White

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