Synonyms for

Soul

Verb / səʊl / Another word for soul — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The spiritual or immaterial part of a human being or animal, often regarded as immortal.

Synonyms & similar words

person mortal somebody soulfulness individual psyche someone spirit essence core being heart personality identity consciousness aura vitality psyche mind emotions feelings sentiments passion zeal energy

Synonyms by register

Formal

spirit essence psyche animus

Informal

heart guts mettle spunk

Literary

anima ethos quintessence

Antonyms

body flesh material physical corporeal tangible

Common collocations

  • save your soul
  • soul food
  • soul searching
  • kindred soul
  • soul mate
  • piece of my soul
  • soul of the party
  • lost his soul

Word family

noun soul
adjective soulful
adverb soulfully

Usage note

Often used metaphorically to refer to the essential nature or core of something, not just a human spirit. Can also refer to a genre of music characterized by expressive vocals.

Example sentences

  1. 1. Her soul was filled with joy as she danced in the rain.
  2. 2. The old man believed that his wife's soul was still with him even after she died.
  3. 3. The song touched my soul and brought tears to my eyes.
  4. 4. The artist poured her soul into every painting she created.
  5. 5. The preacher spoke about the importance of nurturing one's soul.

Quotes

  • 1. 'The soul is the same in all living creatures, although the body of each is different.' - Hippocrates
  • 2. 'The soul is placed in the body like a rough diamond, and must be polished, or the luster of it will never appear.' - Daniel Defoe
  • 3. 'The soul that sees beauty may sometimes walk alone.' - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

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