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esprit vs spirit

spirit vs esprit

esprit and spirit both are nouns.

esprit is not a verb while spirit is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
esprit Yes No No No
spirit Yes No Yes No
As nouns, spirit is a hypernym of esprit; that is, spirit is a word with a broader meaning than esprit:
  • esprit: liveliness of mind or spirit
  • spirit: animation and energy in action or expression
Other hypernyms of esprit include life, liveliness, sprightliness.
esprit (noun) spirit (noun)
liveliness of mind or spirit a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character
animation and energy in action or expression
an inclination or tendency of a certain kind
the intended meaning of a communication
any incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings
the vital principle or animating force within living things
the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
the state of a person's emotions (especially with regard to pleasure or dejection)
esprit (verb) spirit (verb)
infuse with spirit
Difference between esprit and spirit

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