vital — absolutely necessary or important; essential
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: absolutely necessary or important; essential
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvaɪtəl/
Example Sentences
- The CEO plays a vital role in the company's success.
- Coffee is vital to my morning routine - without it, I'm basically a zombie.
- It's vital that you remember your wife's birthday, unless you enjoy sleeping on the couch.
vital
ADJECTIVE[/ˈvaɪtəl/]
absolutely necessary or important; essential
Clean drinking water is vital for human health.
Oxygen is vital because people cannot live without it. (Vital means essential for living.)
Water is vital for survival and revival.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'vitalis' meaning 'of life' or 'living,' derived from 'vita' meaning 'life.' The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 14th century to describe things essential to life or existence.
Breakdown
vit- (life, from Latin vita) + -al (adjective suffix meaning 'of or relating to') = vital (of or relating to life; essential)
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📝Examples
“The CEO plays a vital role in the company's success.”
“Coffee is vital to my morning routine - without it, I'm basically a zombie.”
“It's vital that you remember your wife's birthday, unless you enjoy sleeping on the couch.”
“Exercise is vital for maintaining good health.”
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