Meaning & use
spirit
The non-physical part of a person believed to give life, or a person's essential character and mood.
See it in a sentence
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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