low-spirited
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of low-spirited
First recorded in 1580–90
Example Sentences
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“It’s a pocketbook containing two hundred dollars,” replied Andy clearly, disdaining the slur and insult in the tones of his low-spirited challenger.
From Airship Andy or The Luck of a Brave Boy by Webster, Frank V.
I was still far from well, low-spirited and out of humour with myself and the whole world.
From The Monctons A Novel: Volume 2 (of 2) by Moodie, Susanna
He led the way back, and, seeking his opportunity, whispered to Bessy Studwick that her brother was low-spirited, and taking her from the Cuban’s side, he made John Studwick happy by bringing her to him.
From Dutch the Diver A Man's Mistake by Fenn, George Manville
I was not so low-spirited as on the last celebration of this memorable day.
From Through Shot and Flame The Adventures and Experiences of J. D. Kestell Chaplain to President Steyn and General Christian De Wet by Kestell, J. D. (John Daniel)
Once, when he had seemed low-spirited, I asked whether anything was amiss.
From The Story of Charles Strange Vol. 2 (of 3) A Novel by Wood, Mrs. Henry
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