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spirit
noun(spir-it)
the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
Synonyms: feel, feeling, flavor, flavour, look, smell, tone,
spirit
noun(spir-it)
any incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings
Synonyms: disembodied spirit,
spirit
verb(spir-it)
infuse with spirit
Synonyms: inspirit, spirit up,
Examples:
The company spirited him up.
spirit
noun(spir-it)
animation and energy in action or expression
Synonyms: life, liveliness, sprightliness,
spirit
noun(spir-it)
the state of a person's emotions (especially with regard to pleasure or dejection)
Synonyms: emotional state,
Examples:
He was in good spirits.
His spirit rose.
spirit
noun(spir-it)
an inclination or tendency of a certain kind
Synonyms: heart,
spirit
noun(spir-it)
the intended meaning of a communication
Synonyms: intent, purport,
spirit
noun(spir-it)
a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character
spirit
noun(spir-it)
the vital principle or animating force within living things

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