Spirited
'spɪrɪtɪd
Definitions
Displaying or characterized by courage, energy, liveliness, or determination.
'spɪrɪtɪd
Showing courage, energy, and determination.
The spirited young woman quickly rose through the ranks.
💡 Simply: Imagine your best friend is always up for anything, always ready with a laugh, and never backs down from a challenge. That's a spirited person! They're energetic and brave, like a superhero ready for action.
👶 For kids: When someone is spirited, it means they have a lot of energy and are happy and brave.
More Examples
The children put up a spirited defense against the playground bullies.
Her spirited performance won the hearts of the audience.
How It's Used
"A spirited debate about the upcoming election."
"The team played with spirited determination, even when losing."
"The spirited heroine faced many challenges."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From Middle English 'spiritede,' past participle of 'spiriten' meaning 'to fill with spirit,' ultimately from Latin 'spiritus' meaning 'breath, soul.'
The term 'spirited' gained prominence in the 18th and 19th centuries to describe individuals exhibiting a passionate or determined character, often in contrast to more passive personalities.
Memory tip
Think of a *spirit* - something alive with energy! A spirited person is full of that inner drive.
Word Origin
"breath, soul"