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soul

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈsoʊɫ// UK //sˈəʊl// soul Archaic General-service

n. the part of a person that many people believe lives on after the body dies. It also refers to the deep feeling, energy, and honesty in a person's character or a piece of music.

n. the spiritual or immaterial part of a human being, often regarded as immortal. In a secular context, it refers to the essence of a person's character or the emotional depth and sincerity found in artistic expression.


SIMPLE

She puts her whole soul into her paintings.

CONTEXTUAL

The singer's voice was full of soul, making the audience feel every word of the sad song.

COMPLEX

Philosophers have long debated whether the soul is a distinct entity from the physical brain or merely a poetic way to describe the complexity of human consciousness.

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Usage

Often used in the singular with 'the' when referring to the spiritual essence, or as an uncountable noun when referring to a quality of music or art.

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