What does "spiritedness" mean?

The property of being spirited, of having spirit.

What is a synonym for "spiritedness"?

Common synonyms include: activity, animal spirits, animation, animation, ardor, brio.

Spiritedness

noun

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Definitions

Noun

1
The property of being spirited, of having spirit. in-compounds, sometimes, uncountable
"At the end of a ride I appreciate this horse's stamina, but at the beginning of the ride I could do without his excessive spiritedness."
2
quality of being active or spirited or alive and vigorous wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

activity animal spirits animation animation ardor brio

Example

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"Cooper says butterflies are known for their beauty and watching them can inspire a sense of freedom and free spiritedness. Cooper says working at the conservatory is a pleasure."

Etymology

From spirited + -ness.

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