spirit
Definition
- n. the vital principle or animating force within living things
- n. the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
- n. a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character
- n. any incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings
Word forms
- Past participle
- spirited
- Past tense
- spirited
- Present participle
- spiriting
- Third person singular
- spirits
Example sentences
n.
She has a strong spirit and never gives up, even in difficult times.
vt.
The coach tried to spirit the players away from their fears before the big game.