ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Spirited

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈspɪɹɪtɪd/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Spirited is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of spirit.

Meaning

simple past and past participle of spirit.

More Meanings

  1. Lively, vigorous, animated or courageous.

Example Sentences

When I was young and full of grace I spirited a rattlesnake
But the Danes remained resolute in defence - largely thanks to a spirited display by captain Daniel Agger - and they went ahead with their first meaningful attack.

Synonyms for spirited

Depending on context, synonyms include boisterous, vivacious, exuberant, ebullient, vibrant, impertinent.

Antonyms for spirited

Common opposites include spiritless.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include dashing, high-spirited, zippy, peppy, animated, ebullient.

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