B2adjectiveemotions
US/ˌɪn.spəˈreɪ.ʃən.əl/
UK/ˌɪn.spɪˈreɪ.ʃən.əl/
giving people new ideas and making them want to do something, especially something good
In context
Her speech about overcoming cancer was truly inspirational.
He follows several inspirational accounts on Instagram to stay motivated at the gym.
Our coach was an inspirational leader who never gave up on any player.
Words that go with inspirational
adjective + noun
- inspirational leaderNelson Mandela was an inspirational leader for millions of people.
- inspirational storyThe film tells the inspirational story of a blind athlete.
- inspirational speakerThe conference had an inspirational speaker who grew up in poverty.
- inspirational quotesShe writes inspirational quotes on the whiteboard every Monday.
- inspirational figureHer grandmother was an inspirational figure in her life.
adverb + adjective
- truly inspirationalWatching the volunteers at work was truly inspirational.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
After the talk, I felt very inspirational.Correct: After the talk, I felt very inspired.