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vital

adjective

Urgently needed; absolutely necessary

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Word Facts

Word length
5
Starts with
V
Ends with
L
Contains
IT
Scrabble score
8
CEFR level
B2

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈvaɪtəl

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Meaning

Definitions

adjective

  1. Urgently needed; absolutely necessary

    “A critical element of the plan”

adjective

  1. Performing an essential function in the living body

    “Vital organs”

adjective

  1. Full of spirit; full of life

    “A vital and charismatic leader”

adjective

  1. Manifesting or characteristic of life

    “A vital, living organism”

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Example Sentences

A critical element of the plan
Critical medical supplies
Vital for a healthy society
Of vital interest
Vital organs
Blood and other vital fluids
The loss of vital heat in shock
A vital spot
A vital and charismatic leader
This whole lively world
A vital, living organism
Vital signs

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