esprit
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of esprit
1585–95; < French < Latin spīritus spirit
Example Sentences
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The president told NBC News it would be an exercise in generating some "esprit de corps" - suggesting that he saw an opportunity to galvanise his troops.
From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025
But seen here, at comic-strip scale, they radiate imaginative esprit, thanks to the wonderful linear style — shivery and filigree-fine — of an 8th century artist who signed his name.
From New York Times • Jan. 19, 2023
The department had argued the policy was enforced “to increase discipline, uniformity, safety and esprit de corps throughout this Department,” according to a Washington Post report at the time.
From Washington Post • Nov. 26, 2022
“The energy, esprit de corps, commitment — the culture of the institution is one I found to be addictive,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2022
Momma, you would not believe the camaraderie and esprit de corps in these hallowed halls.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
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