soulful
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/ˈsoʊl.fəl/
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/ˈsəʊl.fəl/
deeply emotional
Etymology
Etymology Information
'soulful' originates from the word 'soul,' which comes from Old English 'sāwol,' meaning 'spirit' or 'life force.'
Historical Evolution
'soul' evolved from the Old English word 'sāwol' and combined with the suffix '-ful' to form 'soulful,' indicating full of soul or emotion.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'full of spirit or life force,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'expressing deep emotion.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
expressing or appearing to express deep and often sorrowful emotion.
Her soulful eyes told a story of past sorrows.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41