Inspire \In*spire"\, v. i. [imp. & p. p. Inspired; p. pr. & vb. n. Inspiring.]

1. To draw in breath; to inhale air into the lungs; -- opposed to expire.

2. To breathe; to blow gently. [Obs.]

And when the wind amongst them did inspire, They wav[`e]d like a penon wide dispread. --Spenser.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)
 

Inspiring \In*spir"ing\, a. Animating; cheering; moving; exhilarating; as, an inspiring or scene.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)