In·spire v. i. [imp. & p. p. Inspired; p. pr. & vb. n. Inspiring.]
1. To draw in breath; to inhale air into the lungs; -- opposed to expire.
2. To breathe; to blow gently. [Obs.]
And when the wind amongst them did inspire,
They wavèd like a penon wide dispread. --Spenser.
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In·spir·ing, a. Animating; cheering; moving; exhilarating; as, an inspiring or scene.
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inspiring
adj : stimulating or exalting to the spirit [ant: uninspiring]