inspiration

noun
UK /ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃn/
US /ˌɪnspəˈreɪʃn/

A good idea or feeling that makes you want to do something.

The beautiful sunset gave her inspiration for a painting.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person or thing that gives you good ideas.

Her grandmother was a great inspiration to her.

3. The act of breathing air into your lungs.

The doctor checked his inspiration and expiration.

4. A sudden good idea that seems to come from nowhere.

He had a sudden inspiration for the story's ending.