Meaning & use

spirit

noun·Everyday

The non-physical part of a person believed to give life, or a person's essential character and mood.

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Despite the setback, the team's spirit remained high throughout the tournament.

Villagers believed the old forest was haunted by restless spirits.

A note on using this word

Ranges from the abstract soul, to mood or morale, to a supernatural being; the intended sense usually depends on context.

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Another way to use it

2. noun

A distilled alcoholic drink, such as whiskey or gin.

The bar stocked a wide selection of imported spirits behind the counter.

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