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Definitions

spirit

[spir-it] / ˈspɪr ɪt /
NOUN
soul, attitude
Synonyms
STRONGEST
character courage energy enthusiasm essence heart humor life mood morale quality resolve temperament vigor vitality warmth will
STRONG
air animation ardor backbone boldness breath dauntlessness disposition earnestness enterprise fire force gameness grit guts jazz liveliness mettle motivation nerve oomph outlook psyche resolution sparkle spunk stoutheartedness substance temper tenor willpower zest
WEAK
arete frame of mind life force vital spark
Antonyms
STRONGEST
apathy cowardice fear idleness inactivity lethargy weakness
STRONG
discouragement dullness indifference powerlessness timidity
WEAK
being reality
NOUN
atmosphere, essence
Synonyms
STRONGEST
feeling genius humor meaning purpose quality sense tone
STRONG
gist intent intention purport substance temper tenor timbre
Antonyms
WEAK
being reality
NOUN
ghost
Synonyms
STRONG
apparition phantasm phantom poltergeist shade shadow specter spook umbra wraith
WEAK
eidolon soul supernatural being vision
Antonyms
STRONG
brightness light
WEAK
being reality

Example Sentences

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May the spirit of Chef Mickey be with him.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

It’s no surprise that with such an innovative spirit, Cissé isn’t slowing down.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

"Many, many people of all ages were inspired by the technology, the boldness, and the spirit of the astronauts."

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Yours is the kind of letter that lifts my spirit on a Monday morning.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

First Lady Jane Pierce turned to spirit communication after a recent tragedy.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.