inspirational

[ in-spuh-rey-shuh-nl ]

adjective

1. imparting inspiration.
2. under the influence of inspiration; inspired. inspired.
3. of or relating to inspiration.

inspirational

/ ˌɪnspɪˈreɪʃənəl /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or tending to arouse inspiration; inspiring
2. resulting from inspiration; inspired

Derived Forms

• ˌinspiˈrationally, adverb

Other Words From

• inspi·ration·al·ly adverb
• pseudo·inspi·ration·al adjective
• quasi-inspi·ration·al adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of inspirational¹

First recorded in 1830–40; inspiration + -al ¹

Example Sentences

The idea of a lost goddess-worshipping civilization in central Turkey has even found its way into new-age beliefs and inspirational videos on YouTube.

From Popular-Science

That such rewards are possible is the inspirational lesson for all the characters in — and readers of — this touching saga.

From Washington Post

You can use them to promote your latest products or simply share an inspirational quote.

From Search Engine Watch

“Creative industries, like fashion and art, are inspirational to other industries, which tend to follow their lead,” said Srivastava.

From Digiday

If you follow Britney Spears on Instagram, you’re probably used to seeing her post a mix of filtered selfies, free-spirited dance videos, inspirational quotes and photos with her boyfriend, personal trainer Sam Asghari.

From Time

Sting took over the lead role to try to draw an audience, but his thumpingly inspirational score was already the hero of the show.

From The Daily Beast

As the first openly gay inaugural poet, it felt very inspirational.

From The Daily Beast

Less than 12 hours later, they lost their inspirational figurehead.

From The Daily Beast

And “When the Game Stands Tall,” an inspirational football film starring Jim Caviezel, opens later this month.

From The Daily Beast

Fans in Denver had been promised “a 30 minute inspirational presentation.”

From The Daily Beast

And in my own tent I am almost crowded out, so the plan seems inspirational, said Miss Mackin.

From Project Gutenberg

She understood with regret why Jake did not find Abbie an ideal inspirational companion.

From Project Gutenberg

Ruth, hearing this, developed another of her inspirational ideas.

From Project Gutenberg

This is given in occasional lectures or inspirational talks before the class.

From Project Gutenberg

Such confidence in them is inspirational and makes the boys themselves look up.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• eloquent
• emotional
• expressive
• gripping
• heartbreaking
• heartrending
• inspiring
• meaningful
• persuasive
• poignant
• stirring
• stunning
• touching