spirited
word
Definition
Full of energy, enthusiasm, or courage; showing liveliness or determination.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used as an adjective for people, animals, debates, or performances. 'Spirited' can convey approval or admiration. Collocates often: 'spirited debate', 'spirited child', 'spirited performance'. Distinct from 'spiritual' (which relates to spirit/soul, not energy).
Spanish: enérgico - animadoPortuguese (BR): animado - cheio de energiaPortuguese (PT): animado - cheio de energiaChinese (Simplified): 有活力的 - 精神饱满的Chinese (Traditional): 有活力的 - 精神飽滿的Hindi: उत्साही - जीवंतArabic: مفعم بالحيوية - نشيطBengali: জীবন্ত - উৎফুল্ল - প্রাণবন্তRussian: энергичный - оживлённый - смелыйJapanese: 活気のある - 元気な - 勇ましいVietnamese: nhiệt huyết - đầy năng lượng - sôi nổiKorean: 활기찬 - 열정적인 - 씩씩한Turkish: coşkulu - canlı - enerjikUrdu: جوشیلہ - پُرجوش - پُرعزمIndonesian: bersemangat - penuh energi - penuh semangat
Example Sentences
Her speech was very spirited and inspiring.
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He is a spirited child who loves to play outside.
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The two friends had a spirited debate about music.
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She’s always so spirited—she lights up any room she walks into.
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It was a tough match, but their spirited effort impressed everyone.
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The team gave a spirited performance.
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