spirit (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈspɪrɪt/
Definition
The non-physical part of a person, often associated with feelings, character, or soul, or the way someone behaves and feels.
Examples
The coach tried to lift the team's spirit after their defeat.
She has a very independent spirit and doesn't like being told what to do.
The spirit of the law should be followed, not just the letter.
How to Use spirit
- spirit of (prepositional phrase)
- Used to describe the essential quality or characteristic of something. — "The spirit of the agreement was to help each other."
- in high spirits (idiom)
- Feeling very happy and cheerful. — "The team was in high spirits after their victory."
- lift someone's spirit (collocation)
- To make someone feel happier or more cheerful. — "A kind word can lift someone's spirit."
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