noun
esprit
A shared feeling of confidence and unity within a group.
The teammates’ celebratory gesture shows their shared esprit.
Etymology
The shortened expression names the spirit shared by a body of people. It emphasizes collective confidence, loyalty, and a sense of belonging to the same group.
In context
today one of them pulled off his shirt handed me a tattoo needle and said okay make with the autograph boy and these Marines stick together and have a wonderful esprit de corps esprit de corps
More examples
- The group’s esprit survived the setback.
- A common purpose gave the volunteers esprit.
- The coach encouraged a strong esprit among the players.
Forms
esprit
Similar words
- morale
- Morale is a group’s confidence and spirit; esprit particularly evokes shared unity and pride.
- camaraderie
- Camaraderie is friendly fellowship; esprit emphasizes collective spirit and purpose.