the doctrine that this world is the best of all possible worlds
a tendency to expect the best, or at least, a favourable outcome
the belief that good will eventually triumph over evil
The soul of a person or other creature.
A supernatural being, often but not exclusively without physical form; ghost, fairy, angel.
Energy; ardour.
Temper or disposition of mind; mental condition or disposition; intellectual or moral state.
A volatile liquid, such as alcohol. The plural form spirits is a generic term for distilled alcoholic beverages.
The manner or style of something.
Stannic chloride.
One who is vivacious or lively; one who evinces great activity or peculiar characteristics of mind or temper.
Intent; real meaning; opposed to the letter, or formal statement.
Enthusiasm.
Sometimes followed by up: to animate with vigour; to excite; to encourage; to inspirit.
To carry off, especially in haste, secrecy, or mystery.