spirited — full of energy, enthusiasm, or determination
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: full of energy, enthusiasm, or determination
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈspɪrɪtɪd/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother may be 80, but she's still spirited enough to challenge anyone to a dance-off.
- The spirited puppy turned the living room into a disaster zone in just five minutes.
- After three cups of coffee, she gave a spirited presentation about the importance of sleep.
spirited
ADJECTIVE[/ˈspɪrɪtɪd/]
full of energy, enthusiasm, or determination
The spirited debater fires back with sharp wit and bold energy.
Spirit graduated ED - now he's spirited and spread!
Her spirited drive turned what she inherited into success credited!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'spiritus' meaning breath or soul, which comes from 'spirare' meaning to breathe. The word evolved to describe someone filled with energy and enthusiasm, as if their soul is breathing with life.
Breakdown
spirit (from Latin spiritus meaning breath/soul) + -ed (adjective suffix meaning having the quality of)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother may be 80, but she's still spirited enough to challenge anyone to a dance-off.”
“The spirited puppy turned the living room into a disaster zone in just five minutes.”
“After three cups of coffee, she gave a spirited presentation about the importance of sleep.”
“The students engaged in a spirited discussion about climate change.”
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