One's temperament or mental state
“After winning the lottery, his spirits were soaring with joy and excitement.”
A drink, or drinks, containing alcohol
“After a long day at work, I decided to unwind by enjoying a few spirits at the local bar.”
A small portion or dose of a liquid which is medicinal, poisonous, or magical
An extract or concentrate obtained from a plant or other organic matter
A gaseous compound of hydrogen and nitrogen, or a solution of this compound
Plural for the characteristic that motivates someone to survive in the face of challenges
“Though he was in considerable discomfort, his spirit never failed him.”
Plural for the prevailing or typical quality, mood, or attitude of a person, group, or period of time
“Confucian thought is characterized by a spirit of humanism, rationalism, and moralism.”
Plural for a supernatural or spiritual being
“The spirit approached and stopped right in front of her with arms outstretched.”
Plural for the non-physical part of a person regarded as their true self, capable of surviving physical death or separation
“If only the spirit and not the body counts, then it is the individual and not the assembly that matters.”
Plural for the real meaning or the intention behind something as opposed to its strict verbal interpretation
“I agreed wholeheartedly with his comments, or at least, the spirit behind the comments.”
Plural for a person's temperament, frame of mind, or way of thinking
“The two parties approached talks with a conciliatory spirit.”
Plural for liveliness demonstrated in what a person does
“His words were filled with great spirit that reverberated among the crowd.”
Plural for the characteristic or fact of being courageous or adventurous
Plural for the general idea, intention or meaning of something
Plural for a god, goddess or deity
Plural for shrewd or spirited wisdom and resourcefulness
Plural for violent or hostile behavior
Plural for a human being regarded as an individual
Plural for divine Spirit as symbolized by a comforting Dove, acting as an intercessor
Plural for fluent or persuasive speaking or writing
Plural for something that gives flavor, usually a food ingredient
Plural for the brain and (by extension) its ability for rational thought
Plural for kindness or compassion in one's manner or actions
Plural for that which is the most excellent or outstanding
To carry off, especially in haste, secrecy, or mystery
“A stylishly coiffed woman was seen to spirit Simon off, by means of a jet, to a Manhattan discotheque.”
To import or export, illicitly or by stealth
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