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spiritual
Definitions
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1
adjective
Relating
to
or
affecting
the
human
spirit
or
soul
as
opposed
to
material
or
physical
things
.
She
found
spiritual
solace
in
meditation
.
The
retreat
offered
a
spiritual
experience
away
from
the
hustle
of
daily
life
.
Many
people
seek
spiritual
growth
through
various
practices
.
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adjective
Relating
to
religion
or
religious
belief
.
The
church
service
was
a
deeply
spiritual
event
.
He
is
a
spiritual
leader
in
his
community
.
Many
spiritual
teachings
emphasize
love
and
compassion
.
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Word Origin
Language
Latin
Original word
spiritus
Originally meant
of or pertaining to breath, spirit, or soul
Background
The word 'spiritual' comes from the Latin 'spiritus', meaning breath or spirit. It evolved in the Middle Ages to describe matters of the soul or religious nature, distinct from the physical world.