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单词 inspiration
释义

inspiration ​‌‌

​noun
UK /ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃ(ə)n/
Other entries for this word
be an inspiration to someone phrase
Word Forms
singularinspiration
pluralinspirations
DEFINITIONS2
  1. 1
    countable/uncountable a sudden feeling of enthusiasm, or a new idea that helps you to do or create something

    literary/dramatic/religious inspiration

    source of inspiration:

    Dreams are a rich source of inspiration for some writers.

    draw/find inspiration from:

    a choreographer who has drawn inspiration from Javanese dance

    flash of inspiration (=one that comes very suddenly):

    After years of tedious work, a flash of inspiration provided a major breakthrough.

    Synonyms and related words
    Feelings of energy and enthusiasm
    enthusiasm
    inspiration
    zeal
    1. 1a
      singular someone or something that gives you new ideas and the enthusiasm to create something with them
      inspiration for:

      The work of designer Sonia Rykiel was the original inspiration for the film.

      inspiration behind:

      The artist’s personal life has been the inspiration behind several books.

      Synonyms and related words
      Something or someone that is good or very good
      masterpiece
      inspiration
      miracle
    Collocates
    Nouns frequently used with inspiration
    ▪ burst, flash, moment, spark
    Verbs frequently used with inspiration as the object
    ▪ derive, draw, find, provide, seek, take, wait for
  2. 2
    the inhalation phase of respiration
    He was having difficulty with inspiration, so not enough air was getting into his lungs. He began to lose consciousness.
    Submitted by:
    Mike t from Canada on 25/07/2017
    Open Dictionary - July2017
phrases
be an inspiration to someone

inspiration ​‌‌

​noun
US /ˌɪnspɪˈreɪʃ(ə)n/
Other entries for this word
be an inspiration to someone phrase
Word Forms
singularinspiration
pluralinspirations
DEFINITIONS2
  1. 1
    countable/uncountable a sudden feeling of enthusiasm, or a new idea that helps you to do or create something

    literary/dramatic/religious inspiration

    source of inspiration:

    Dreams are a rich source of inspiration for some writers.

    draw/find inspiration from:

    a choreographer who has drawn inspiration from Javanese dance

    flash of inspiration (=one that comes very suddenly):

    After years of tedious work, a flash of inspiration provided a breakthrough.

    Synonyms and related words
    Feelings of energy and enthusiasm
    enthusiasm
    inspiration
    zeal
    1. 1a
      singular someone or something that gives you new ideas and the enthusiasm to create something with them
      inspiration for:

      The work of designer Sonia Rykiel was the original inspiration for the movie.

      inspiration behind:

      The artist’s personal life has been the inspiration behind several books.

      Synonyms and related words
      Something or someone that is good or very good
      masterpiece
      inspiration
      miracle
    Collocates
    Nouns frequently used with inspiration
    ▪ burst, flash, moment, spark
    Verbs frequently used with inspiration as the object
    ▪ derive, draw, find, provide, seek, take, wait for
  2. 2
    the inhalation phase of respiration
    He was having difficulty with inspiration, so not enough air was getting into his lungs. He began to lose consciousness.
    Submitted by:
    Mike t from Canada on 25/07/2017
    Open Dictionary - July2017
phrases
be an inspiration to someone
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