[in.spi.ra.tion] n (14c) 1 a: a divine influence or action on a person believed to qualify him or her to receive and communicate sacred revelation b: the action or power of moving the intellect or emotions c: the act of influencing or suggesting opinions
2: the act of drawing in; specif: the drawing of air into the lungs 3 a: the quality or state of being inspired b: something that is inspired "a scheme that was pure ~"
4: an inspiring agent or influence -- in.spi.ra.tion.al adj -- in.spi.ra.tion.al.ly adv