inspirert

Inspirert is a Norwegian adjective and the past participle of the verb inspirere, meaning filled with inspiration or motivated to creative action. It can describe a person who feels inspired, a work that is influenced by something, or a mood of motivation. The sense is commonly linked to an external source, such as nature, art, or guidance from others, and it is often used with av to indicate the source (inspirert av naturen) or with til to indicate motivation (inspirert til å handle).

Etymology and cognates: The word derives from the verb inspirere, which comes from the French inspirer and ultimately the Latin inspirare, literally “to breathe into.” In Norwegian usage, inspirert expresses a state of inspiration, while inspirerende denotes something that is inspirational or capable of inspiring others.

Usage notes: In Norwegian, inspirert can describe people (for example, someone who feels inspired), works, or moments. It is distinct from motiveret or motivert, which more specifically emphasize practical or goal-oriented motivation. The term exists in Danish as inspireret and in Swedish as inspirerad, reflecting a common linguistic heritage across the region.

See also: inspirere, inspirasjon, inspirerende, inspirerende kvaliteter.