Definition

Having qualities or characteristics that are similar to a soul or spirit.

Example

The artist's work has a soullike quality that captivates the audience.

Conversation

I saw a painting today that felt so soullike and deep.

Really? What was it about?

It captured emotions in a way that seemed to resonate with the viewer's spirit.

That sounds amazing! I love art that can evoke such feelings.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Soullike → It is formed from "soul" (from Old English "sāwul", meaning the spiritual or immaterial part of a human being) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "soullike" means resembling or having the qualities of a soul.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'soul' as the essence of a person, and '-like' means similar to. So, soullike describes something that has qualities similar to a soul.

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