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muse

/mjuːz/ /mjuz/

Meanings
noun
A source of inspiration.

Examples :

"The beautiful sunset was a muse for the artist, inspiring him to paint a vibrant picture. "
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Related Words

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something noun

/ˈsamθɪŋ/ /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

An object whose nature is yet to be defined.

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

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understand verb

/ˌɞndəɹˈstand/ /(ˌ)ʌndəˈstænd/ /ˌʌndɚˈstænd/

To grasp a concept fully and thoroughly, especially (of words, statements, art, etc.) to be aware of the meaning of and (of people) to be aware of the intent of.

"My teacher explained the new math concept, and I understood it perfectly. "

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accustomed adjective

/ə.ˈkʌs.təmd/

(of a person) Familiar with something through repeated experience; adapted to existing conditions.

"accustomed to cold"

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celebrated verb

/ˈsɛl.ɪ.bɹeɪ.tɪd/

To extol or honour in a solemn manner.

"to celebrate the name of the Most High"

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inspiration noun

/ɪnspɨˈɹeɪʃən/

The drawing of air into the lungs, accomplished in mammals by elevation of the chest walls and flattening of the diaphragm, as part of the act of respiration.

"The deep inspiration filled her lungs with air, preparing her for the long run. "

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inspiring verb

/ɪn.ˈspaɪ(ə)ɹɪŋ/

To infuse into the mind; to communicate to the spirit; to convey, as by a divine or supernatural influence; to disclose preternaturally; to produce in, as by inspiration.

"The teacher's passionate speech inspired the students to work harder on their projects. "

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thoughtfulness noun

/-fʊl-/ /ˈθɑt-/

Thoughtful and considerate attention.

"The teacher's thoughtfulness in providing extra help to struggling students improved their overall learning. "

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consideration noun

/kənˌsɪdəˈɹeɪʃən/

The thought process of considering, of taking multiple or specified factors into account (with of being the main corresponding adposition).

"After much consideration, I have decided to stay."

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beautiful noun

/ˈbjuːtɪfəl/

Someone who is beautiful. Can be used as a term of address.

"Hey, beautiful!"

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difficult verb

/ˈdɪfɪkəlt/

To make difficult; to impede; to perplex.

"The complicated instructions on the new software difficult me from completing the project on time. "

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presentation noun

/ˌpɹizənˈteɪʃən/

The act of presenting, or something presented

"The presentation about the new school rules was very clear and easy to understand. "

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reflecting verb

/ɹɪˈflɛktɪŋ/

To bend back (light, etc.) from a surface.

"A mirror reflects the light that shines on it."