A philosophical doctrine, established in France in the mid nineteenth century, postulating that humans are essentially immortal spirits that temporarily inhabit physical bodies, and may have influence on the physical world.

Spiritualism / Alternative form of Spiritism

plural of spiritism

Non-physically; in one's thoughts only. / In mood or manner.

The soul of a person or other creature. / A supernatural being, often but not exclusively without physical form; ghost, fairy, angel. / Enthusiasm. / The manner or style of something.

To carry off, especially in haste, secrecy, or mystery. / Sometimes followed by up: to animate with vigour; to excite; to encourage; to inspirit.

(Christianity) Synonym of Holy Spirit.

simple past tense and past participle of spirit

Lively, vigorous, animated or courageous.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of spirit