In-spīr'it, v. t.

v. t. [imp. & p. p. INSPIRITED; p. pr. & vb. n. INSPIRITING.] To infuse or excite spirit in; to enliven; to animate; to give new life to; to encourage; to invigorate. The courage of Agamemnon is inspired by the love of empire and ambition. Pope. Syn.—To enliven; invigorate; exhilarate; animate; cheer; encourage.