"spiritless" in the adjective sense
1. spiritless
lacking ardor or vigor or energy
"a spiritless reply to criticism"
2. meek, spiritless
evidencing little spirit or courage overly submissive or compliant
"compliant and anxious to suit his opinions of those of others"
"a fine fiery blast against meek conformity"- Orville Prescott
"she looked meek but had the heart of a lion"
"was submissive and subservient"
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