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Soul Definition & Meaning

soul
noun
  1. the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
  2. a human being; "there was too much for one person to do"
  3. deep feeling or emotion
  4. the human embodiment of something; "the soul of honor"
  5. a secular form of gospel that was a major Black musical genre in the 1960s and 1970s; "soul was politically significant during the Civil Rights movement"

"Soul" in song lyrics

See how soul is used in real songs:

  • "A million dollars for my soul"
    1200 Techniques f/ Rashad Houghton — Fork in the Road
  • "Shining like gold, Chapel and Wise, stealing your soul"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Wise — Lock N Load
  • "then you can energize your within soul"
    2Mex — Falcon Gentle

Words that rhyme with soul

Usage tips for "soul"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "soul" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for soul to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does soul mean?
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life a human being; "there was too much for one person to do" deep feeling or emotion the human embodiment of something; "the soul of honor" a secular form of gospel that was a major Black musical genre in the 1960s and 1970s; "soul was politically significant during the Civil Rights movement"
What part of speech is soul?
Soul is a noun.
How many definitions does soul have?
Soul has 5 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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