The action of inspire, v.; inspiration; breathing in, inhalation; infusion of divine influence, etc.

figurative. Influence, inspiration. Obsolete.

The action of infusing some principle, quality, or idea, into the mind, soul, or heart; esp. the imparting of a priori ideas or of divine grace…

Inspiration with courage; encouragement; an instance of this. Obsolete.

The communication of supernatural or spiritual knowledge; divine impulse; inspiration, esp. poetic inspiration. Also: an instance of this. Frequently…