vitality

noun

vi·​tal·​i·​ty vī-ˈta-lə-tē 

plural vitalities

1

a

: lively and animated character

b

: power of enduring

2

a

: the peculiarity distinguishing the living from the nonliving

b

: capacity to live and develop

also : physical or mental vigor especially when highly developed

Synonyms

• animation
• briskness
• exuberance
• jazziness
• liveliness
• lustiness
• peppiness
• robustness
• sprightliness
• vibrance
• vibrancy
• vigorousness

Examples of vitality in a Sentence

Her prose is full of vitality.

These scandals could threaten the vitality of the sport.

the economic vitality of our cities

Recent Examples on the Web

An engaged community is a supportive community that can turn out at events, volunteer and donate—all of which contribute to the overall health and vitality of the institution. —Mark Floreani, Sportico.com, 18 June 2024

The abundance of sunlight is often seen as a metaphor for spiritual illumination and consciousness, prompting celebrations that honor the vitality and life-giving energy of the sun, according to Spirituality and Health. —Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 15 June 2024

Inspired by the author’s mother, the novel gracefully evokes the magic and mystery of the rural world and the vitality and harshness of city life. —The New Yorker, 12 June 2024

Crafted by New York Mets owner Steve Cohen, Metropolitan Park would be an investment in the economic vitality of Northwest Queens unlike any other in recent memory. —Donovan Richards, New York Daily News, 12 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Kids Definition

vitality

noun

vi·​tal·​i·​ty vī-ˈtal-ət-ē 

plural vitalities

1

a

: the property by which the living can be separated from the nonliving : life

b

: capacity to live and develop

2

: energy of mind or body

3

a

: the ability to last

b

: lively and animated spirit

Medical Definition

vitality

noun

vi·​tal·​i·​ty vī-ˈtal-ət-ē 

plural vitalities

1

: the peculiarity distinguishing the living from the nonliving

2

: capacity to live and develop

also : physical or mental vigor especially when highly developed