English adjective: spiritless | |||
1. | spiritless lacking ardor or vigor or energy | ||
Samples | A spiritless reply to criticism. | ||
Similar | apathetic, bloodless, dispirited, heartless, listless, thin | ||
See also | dull, unenthusiastic | ||
Attribute | animation, brio, invigoration, spiritedness, vivification | ||
Antonyms | spirited | ||
2. | spiritless evidencing little spirit or courage; overly submissive or compliant | ||
Samples | 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. | ||
Synonyms | meek | ||
Similar | submissive | ||
Antonyms | domineering | ||