vitality

noun

vi·​tal·​i·​ty vī-ˈta-lə-tē How to pronounce vitality (audio)
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

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
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Saratoga’s economic vitality has continued to be a contentious topic at city council meetings recently even when the issue has not been on the agenda, with residents calling for the city to do more to support the Saratoga Village. Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024 The vitality of Badu’s Afrocentric appeal, with its core features including bright hues, daring maxi dresses, and her most distinct and defining item—her headwrap pieces—posed beyond the emulation of Afrocentric style. Ime Ekpo, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024 During a recent conversation with Flow Space, Naidoo offered practical insights into nutritional psychiatry, including how everyday foods can ease anxiety, improve gut health and support cognitive vitality. Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 28 Oct. 2024 As the sun’s vitality wanes, this roller, infused with a powerful blend of caffeine, vitamin C, and peptides, becomes your secret weapon. Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for vitality 

Word History

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Time Traveler
The first known use of vitality was in 1592

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Cite this Entry

“Vitality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vitality. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

vitality

noun
vi·​tal·​i·​ty vī-ˈtal-ət-ē How to pronounce vitality (audio)
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 How to pronounce vitality (audio)
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

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