enspirit

ɛnˈspaɪrit

Definitions

1. verb

to fill or inspire with spirit; to give courage or confidence to

“The coach’s speech helped to enspirit the team before the big game.”

2. verb

to infuse or fill with a spirit or essence, especially a supernatural or mysterious one

“The artist’s work was said to enspirit the room with its ethereal quality.”

Synonyms

  • animate
  • inspire

Antonyms

  • demoralize
  • discourage