Meaning of the word spirits in English

What does spirits mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

spirits

US /ˈspɪr·ɪts/
UK /ˈspɪr.ɪts/

Plural Noun

1.

a person's mood or emotional state

Example:
Her spirits were high after receiving the good news.
He was in low spirits after losing the game.
2.

strong alcoholic drinks

Example:
The bar serves a wide range of wines and spirits.
He prefers to drink spirits rather than beer.