sprite
4 synonyms for sprite, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small supernatural being, such as an elf or fairy, in folklore.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use sprite
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
forest sprite
game sprite
sprite sheet
Etymology
From Old French esprit ("spirit"), from Latin spiritus — a doublet of "spirit". The computer-graphics sense was coined at Texas Instruments in the late 1970s.
Full origin of sprite →Frequently asked questions
What does “sprite” mean?
The word “sprite” means a small supernatural being, such as an elf or fairy, in folklore. In plain terms, either a magical folklore creature, or (in computing) a small image used to animate a game character.
How do you pronounce “sprite”?
“Sprite” is pronounced spryt (/spɹaɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “sprite” in a sentence?
Here is “sprite” used in a sentence: “The story described a mischievous sprite living in the forest.”
What part of speech is “sprite”?
“Sprite” is a noun.
Where does the word “sprite” come from?
The word “sprite” dates back to around 1970 and comes from Latin. From Old French esprit ("spirit"), from Latin spiritus — a doublet of "spirit". The computer-graphics sense was coined at Texas Instruments in the late 1970s.
Is “sprite” a common word?
“Sprite” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sprite” have?
“Sprite” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small supernatural being, such as an elf or fairy, in folklore.
