B1adjectivephilosophysociety
US/ˈspɪr.ɪ.tʃu.əl/
UK/ˈspɪr.ɪ.tʃu.əl/
connected with a person's deepest feelings and beliefs, or with religion, rather than the body or money
In context
For many Vietnamese, visiting the pagoda on the first day of the year has spiritual meaning.
Money can buy comfort, but it cannot meet our spiritual needs.
The monk is the spiritual leader of the small community.
Words that go with spiritual
adjective + noun
- spiritual leaderThousands came to hear the spiritual leader speak.
- spiritual lifeMeditation is an important part of her spiritual life.
- spiritual needsHospitals should care for patients' spiritual needs too.
- spiritual journeyHe described his walk across Spain as a spiritual journey.
- spiritual practiceBurning incense is a common spiritual practice in Vietnam.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Music improves our spiritual health.Correct: Music improves our mental health.