spirits

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an alcoholic beverage that is distilled rather than fermented
  2. noun the vital principle or animating force within living things
  3. noun the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people

Synonyms

liquor, booze, hard drink, hard liquor, John Barleycorn, strong drink

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