Inspire

/ɪnˈspaɪər/ verb

Definition

to fill someone with the urge or ability to do or feel something, especially creative work

Etymology

From Latin inspirare 'breathe into', from in- 'into' + spirare 'breathe'

Kelly Says

The word literally means 'to breathe into' - ancient people believed divine breath could fill you with creative power!

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