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

These are master numbers because the number of charisma and vitality in the life path is doubled. —Lisa Stardust, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2024

In a scary, lonely world, beverages give us the illusion of control Why is our thirst for beverages that will cure us of our ills and extend our vitality so intense right now? —Keren Landman, Vox, 12 Sep. 2024

Perhaps a balance to the physical vitality on display above ground? —The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 4 Sep. 2024

Eating healthy is a critical component necessary for losing weight and regaining vitality. —Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 3 Sep. 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