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- pronunciation:
- vaI
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- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
When something is vital, it is very, very important or necessary.
It's vital that the stairs get fixed right away. If not, there will be serious injuries.The vital information was passed on to the general so a decision could be made.- synonyms:
- critical, essential, necessary
- similar words:
- central, important, significant
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| definition 2: |
Vital things are things that are necessary for your body to live.
The heart and lungs are vital organs.These foods contain vital nutrients. |
| definition 3: |
If someone is vital, they are full of life or energy.
Eve's grandmother is still vital at ninety years old.- synonyms:
- animated, lively
- similar words:
- active, alive, bouncy, brisk, bubbling, sparkling
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| related words: |
basic, big, living, serious |
| derivation: |
vitally (adv.) |
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