animus
Pronunciation: [ˈænɪməs]
Word
Context: "psychology"
(noun) a powerful inner force that represents a man's inner self and qualities, often in psychology. It is a way of describing a man's drive or spirit.
Example
His animus showed in his passionate pursuit of art and creativity.
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He lacked animus, which made him seem uninterested and unmotivated.
Example
How does your animus influence your choices in life?
Context: "attitude"
(noun) a feeling of hostility or strong dislike towards someone. It can affect how we treat others.
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Despite their differences, she felt no animus towards him.
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His animus towards the team was evident when he refused to shake hands.
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What caused the animus between the two friends?
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