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vital
Relating to, or characteristic of life.
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adjective
Relating to, or characteristic of life.
“vital energies; vital functions; vital actions”
Necessary to the continuation of life; being the seat of life; being that on which life depends.
“The brain is a vital organ.”
Invigorating or life-giving.
Necessary to continued existence.
“The transition to farming was vital for the creation of civilisation.”
Relating to the recording of life events.
“Birth, marriage and death certificates are vital records.”
Very important.
“It is vital that you don't forget to do your homework.”
Containing life; living.
Capable of living; in a state to live; viable.
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vital energies; vital functions; vital actions
The brain is a vital organ.
The transition to farming was vital for the creation of civilisation.
Birth, marriage and death certificates are vital records.
It is vital that you don't forget to do your homework.
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