This meant that every Congress has had no less than two regular sessions, held annually. In the Sessions of Congress chart, such regular sessions are listed under the heading type in bold face, as either long or short, odd or even. An explanation of this terminology follows: Regular Sessions prior to the adoption of the 20th Amendment (1933)
Full Definition of SPIRITLESS. : lacking animation, cheerfulness, or courage. â spirÂ·itÂ·lessÂ·ly adverb. â spirÂ·itÂ·lessÂ·ness noun.See spiritless defined for English-language learners.ynonym Discussion of SPIRITLESS. languid, languorous, lackadaisical, listless, spiritless mean lacking energy or enthusiasm.
First Known Use: 1646. insipid, vapid, flat, jejune, banal, inane mean devoid of qualities that make for spirit and character. insipid implies a lack of sufficient taste or savor to please or interest.apid suggests a lack of liveliness, force, or spirit. flat applies to things that have lost their sparkle or zest. jejune suggests a lack of rewarding or satisfying substance. banal stresses the complete absence of freshness, novelty, or immediacy. inane implies a lack of any significant or convincing quality.