Esprit

/ɛˈspri/ noun

Definition

Liveliness of mind and wit; intelligence combined with vivacity; or the spirit or morale of a group or organization.

Etymology

From French esprit, derived from Latin spiritus meaning 'spirit' or 'breath.' Used in English especially in the phrase 'esprit de corps' meaning group unity and pride.

Kelly Says

Esprit literally means 'spirit' in French, but English speakers use it to describe that magical wit and liveliness of mind—the difference between someone boring and someone brilliantly clever!

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