inspiration
C1UK /ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃn/US /ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃn/
Meaning
noun
the process that takes place when somebody sees or hears something that causes them to have exciting new ideas or makes them want to create something, especially in art, music or literature
“Dreams can be a rich source of inspiration for an artist.”
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