verb infuse with spirit.
— synonyms: spirit_up, inspirit
noun the vital principle or animating force within living things.
noun the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people.
— synonyms: tone, feel, feeling, flavor, flavour, look, smell
noun a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character.
noun any incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings.
— synonyms: disembodied_spirit
noun the state of a person's emotions (especially with regard to pleasure or dejection).
— synonyms: emotional_state
noun the intended meaning of a communication.
— synonyms: intent, purport
noun animation and energy in action or expression.
— synonyms: liveliness, life, sprightliness
noun an inclination or tendency of a certain kind.
— synonyms: heart
Examples
“A wandering spirit haunts the island.”
“School spirit is at an all-time high.”
“In the spirit of forgiveness, we didn't press charges.”