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(an-i-mus) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a latin word meaning 'spirit' or 'mind'.

Example Sentence

A thoughtful reader will feel the animus that motivated the criminal.

More Example Sentences

Her animus motivated her to succeed.

Synonyms

spirit; mind; attitude

Antonyms

favor

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

animus
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • animists
  • animous
  • animus

  • magnanimous
  • unanimous
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