inspire

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Synonyms: inspite, linspire

Antonyms: inspite, linspire

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Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To [[infuse]] into the mind; to [[communicate]] to the spirit; to [[convey]], as by a divine or supernatural influence; to [[disclose]] preternaturally; to [[produce]] in, as by inspiration.
2. {{lb|en|transitive}} To infuse into; to [[affect]], as with a superior or supernatural influence; to [[fill]] with what [[animate]]s, [[enliven]]s or [[exalt]]s; to [[communicate]] inspiration to.
3. {{lb|en|ambitransitive}} To [[draw in]] by the operation of breathing; to [[inhale]].
4. To [[infuse]] by breathing, or as if by breathing.
5. {{lb|en|archaic|transitive}} To breathe into; to fill with the breath; to animate.
6. {{lb|en|transitive}} To spread [[rumour]] indirectly.

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