(usually in plural form "spirits") Distilled alcoholic beverage
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The characteristic that motivates someone to survive in the face of challenges
“Though he was in considerable discomfort, his spirit never failed him.”
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.”
A supernatural or spiritual being
“The spirit approached and stopped right in front of her with arms outstretched.”
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.”
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.”
A person's temperament, frame of mind, or way of thinking
“The two parties approached talks with a conciliatory spirit.”
The quality of courage, energy, and determination
“We will be organizing a break together away from work to lift the spirit in our team.”
Liveliness demonstrated in what a person does
“His words were filled with great spirit that reverberated among the crowd.”
(usually in plural form "spirits") Distilled alcoholic beverage
“I would go easy on the spirits this evening as we have a big day of activity tomorrow.”
The general idea, intention or meaning of something
One's own individual personality or character
A distilled alcoholic liquor made from fermented grain
Shrewd or spirited initiative and resourcefulness
Violent or hostile behavior
A spiritual being believed to act as an attendant, agent, or messenger of God
The chest or heart as the seat of one's emotions
A small imaginary being of human form that has magical powers
One who, or that which, seasons or gives a relish
A human being regarded as an individual
A deity or supreme being
Hypothetical force
Spirit of god
Hostility
Exciting or fast-paced activity
The brain and (by extension) its ability for rational thought
Fluent or persuasive speaking or writing
Kindness or compassion in one's manner or actions
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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