Associations to the word «Spiritless»

Wiktionary

SPIRITLESS, adjective. Lacking energy, drive, motivation or emotion. Enervated.

Dictionary definition

SPIRITLESS, adjective. Lacking ardor or vigor or energy; "a spiritless reply to criticism".
SPIRITLESS, adjective. 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"- Orville Prescott; "she looked meek but had the heart of a lion"; "was submissive and subservient".

Wise words

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Noam Chomsky