Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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purport | Yes | No | Yes | No |
spirit | Yes | No | Yes | No |
purport (noun) | spirit (noun) |
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the pervading meaning or tenor | a fundamental emotional and activating principle determining one's character |
the intended meaning of a communication | 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) |
purport (verb) | spirit (verb) |
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propose or intend | infuse with spirit |
have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming |