spiritless

Words with a similar base: spiritless

'spiritless'

[spiritless.a.01] as in: lacking ardor or vigor or energy

Examples:
a spiritless reply to criticism

'spiritless'

[meek.s.03] as in: evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant; ; - Orville Prescott

Examples:
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

Origins

					spiritless (English)
├── -less (English)
│   └── -leas (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
│       └── leas (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
└── spirit (English)

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