What Does Afflatus Mean?

Afflatus is a Latin term that was derived from Cicero in De Natura Deorum, and has been translated as "inspiration". Cicero's usage was a literalising of "inspiration", which had already become figurative.

What does the word Afflatus meaning?

: a divine imparting of knowledge or power : inspiration.

How do you use Afflatus in a sentence?

Afflatus in a Sentence ?
  1. The dancer was struck with afflatus and moved like she was gifted with skills from the gods.
  2. Rasputin was rumored to be compelled by afflatus or heavenly inspiration that enabled him to heal the sick and fight off death.
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