Word Comparison
Inspire
vsMotivate
/ɪn.ˈspaɪə(ɹ)/·/ˈməʊtɪveɪt/
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Quite different — distinct meanings
📖 Definitions
Inspire
verbTo 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.
Also: To infuse into; to affect, as with a superior or supernatural influence; to fill with what animates, enlivens or exalts; to communicate inspiration to.
Motivate
verbTo provide someone with an incentive to do something; to encourage.
Also: To animate; to propel; to cause to take action
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