spiritless meaning

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spiritless (adjective): lacking ardor or vigor or energy.

spiritless has 2 meanings in this dictionary.

spiritless as an adjective

  1. lacking ardor or vigor or energy
    • a spiritless reply to criticism

    Opposite: spirited

    Similar: apathetic, bloodless, dispirited, heartless, thin

    Related forms: spiritlessness

  2. evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant
    • compliant and anxious to suit his opinions of those of others
    • a fine fiery blast against meek conformity
    • she looked meek but had the heart of a lion
    • was submissive and subservient

    Synonyms: meek

    Similar: submissive

    Related forms: spiritlessness

Scrabble score: 12 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SP · words ending in SS · 10-letter words

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