ginger

[jin-jer] / ˈdʒɪn dʒər /

NOUN

spirit

Synonyms

STRONG

air animation ardor backbone boldness bounce breath brio character courage dash dauntlessness disposition earnestness energy enterprise enthusiasm esprit essence fire force gameness grit guts heart

WEAK

frame of mind hu

Antonyms

STRONG

apathy coldness coolness cowardice dullness fear idleness inactivity indifference lethargy powerlessness timidity weakness

Example Sentences

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In prison, he "loved eating rice with pickled ginger," Chan said.

From BBC

Make a pumpkin spice blend that leans heavily on ginger instead of cinnamon, with a flicker of cardamom for warmth.

From Salon

It’s garnished with berries and candied rosemary and ginger.

From Salon

The shortage also affected Asahi's soft drinks, such as ginger beer and soda water.

From BBC

This elegant drink balances subtle sweetness, tannins, citrus and ginger.

From The Wall Street Journal