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Definition of vitally
vitally
/ˈvaɪ.tə.li/
vi · tal · ly
Adjective:vital
vitally Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
3
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• adverb
1
In a way that is absolutely necessary, essential, or critical to the success or existence of something.
Example
"Clear communication is vitally important when coordinating emergency response teams."
2
In a lively, energetic, or vigorous manner.
Example
"She remained vitally engaged in community theater well into her eighties."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Formed from the adjective 'vital' (from Latin 'vitalis', meaning 'of or belonging to life', from 'vita' meaning 'life') combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vitally. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vitally