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Definition of vitality

vitality

/vaɪˈtæl.ə.ti/
vi · tal · i · ty

Adverb:vitally
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Plural:vitalities
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Adjective:vital
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vitality Lexical Profile

vitality Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The state of being strong and active; abundant physical or mental energy and liveliness.

Example

"Regular exercise and a balanced diet helped restore her youthful vitality."


2

The power giving continuance of life, present in all living things, or the capacity of an institution, community, or system to endure and thrive.

Example

"Small local businesses are essential to the economic vitality of the downtown district."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Middle French vitalité or directly from Late Latin vitalitas, derived from Latin vitalis ('belonging to life'), from vita ('life').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vitality. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vitality
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