fougue

/fuːɡəʊ, ˈfuːɡ/ or /fuːɡ/ (UK) /fuːɡ/ (US)

Definitions

1. noun

A burst of energy, passion, or creative force, especially in a writer or artist.

“She found her fougue in the quiet morning hours when she wrote her most inspiring poetry.”

Synonyms

  • creative force
  • inspiration
  • passion

Antonyms

  • apathy
  • lack of motivation