Pronunciation

/səʊl/

Definitions

• Noun:
  • 1. The vital principle or essence of a person, often regarded as immortal and separate from the body: “The loss of one’s soul is considered a great tragedy.”
  • 2. A spiritual or moral quality that gives life and purpose to a person or thing: “The book was a reflection of her soul’s longing for adventure.”
• Adjective: Characterizing or relating to the spirit or inner nature: “A soulful melody.”

Phrases

• “Search one’s soul” means to reflect on one’s thoughts, feelings, or conscience.
• “Soul mate” refers to a person with whom one has a deep emotional connection.
• “Sell one’s soul” is a metaphor for making a deal or compromise that one believes is morally questionable.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She spent her whole life searching for her soulmate.”
• Adjective: “The artist painted a portrait that captured the soul of the subject.”
• Verb: “He vowed never to sell his soul to fame and fortune.”

Synonyms

• Spirit
• Essence
• Heart
• Core
• Inner self
• Soulfulness
• Intuition
• Vitality

Antonyms

• Body
• Matter
• Physical
• External
• Surface-level
• Materialism