单词 | inspiration |
释义 | inspiration inspiration /ˌɪn.spɪˈreɪ.ʃən/ noun B2 [C or U] someone or something that gives you ideas for doing something: » The golden autumn light provided the inspiration for the painting.» He went to church, perhaps seeking divine inspiration.Thesaurus+: ↑Inspiration and inspiringC2 [C] a sudden good idea: » He had an inspiration - why not apply for some government money?Thesaurus+: ↑Ideas, concepts and theoriesC2 [S] someone that people admire and want to be like: » She has been an inspiration to us all.Thesaurus+: ↑Affecting and influencing• • • Extra Examples:» The idea came to her in a flash of inspiration.» What was your inspiration for the new designs?» The artist took his inspiration from African art.» He drew much inspiration from art produced by children and by primitive cultures.» In the 1990s he turned to Brazilian music for inspiration. |
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