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inspirava

[ĩ.spɪ.ˈra.vɐ]
verb
inspired (imperfect tense, third person singular)
1. To fill someone with an animating or exalting influence; to prompt or impel
Her courage inspired everyone around her.
Sua coragem inspirava todos ao seu redor.
2. To be the source or cause of an idea, feeling, or action
The beautiful landscape inspired the artist's paintings.
A paisagem bonita inspirava os quadros do artista.
3. To breathe in; to inhale
He inspired deeply before speaking.
Ele inspirava profundamente antes de falar.
Synonyms
motivavaincentivavaestimulavainalava
Antonyms
desanimavadesestimulavaexpirava

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
inspirava
Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts
Portugal
inspirava
Standard usage; identical to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

inspirava confiança - inspired confidence
inspirava medo - inspired fear
inspirava respeito - inspired respect
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