spirited (adj.)

"lively, energetic," 1590s, from spirit (v.) in its older sense. Milton uses it to mean "possessed by a spirit." Related: Spiritedly; spiritedness.

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spirit (v.)

1590s, "to make more active or energetic" (of blood, alcohol, etc.), from spirit (n.). The meaning "carry off or away secretly" (as though by supernatural agency) is first recorded 1660s. Related: Spirited; spiriting.

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Definitions of spirited from WordNet

spirited (adj.)

displaying animation, vigor, or liveliness;

spirited (adj.)

marked by lively action;

a spirited dance

Synonyms: bouncing / bouncy / peppy / zippy

spirited (adj.)

willing to face danger;

Synonyms: game / gamy / gamey / gritty / mettlesome / spunky

spirited (adj.)

made lively or spirited;

a spirited debate

Synonyms: enlivened

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