vitality
noun
vi·tal·i·ty
vī-ˈta-lə-tē 
plural vitalities
1
a
: lively and animated character
b
: power of enduring
2
a
: the peculiarity distinguishing the living from the nonliving
b
: capacity to live and develop
also
: physical or mental vigor especially when highly developed
Examples of vitality in a Sentence
Her prose is full of vitality.
These scandals could threaten the vitality of the sport.
the economic vitality of our cities
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How can an artist of such vitality now be a senior citizen?
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There is vitality and energy in the wine, a lot of freshness, red berries, and fresh herbs.
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The United States’ ability to advance its interests at home and abroad depends on the vitality, efficacy, and legitimacy of its own democratic institutions and those of its partners.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 16 Aug. 2025
How can an artist of such vitality now be a senior citizen?
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 16 Aug. 2025
There is vitality and energy in the wine, a lot of freshness, red berries, and fresh herbs.
—Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
The United States’ ability to advance its interests at home and abroad depends on the vitality, efficacy, and legitimacy of its own democratic institutions and those of its partners.
—Casey Michel, Foreign Affairs, 8 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for vitality
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“Vitality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vitality. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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vitality
noun
vi·tal·i·ty
vī-ˈtal-ət-ē
plural vitalities
1
a
: the property by which the living can be separated from the nonliving : life
b
: capacity to live and develop
2
: energy of mind or body
3
a
: the ability to last
b
: lively and animated spirit
Medical Definition
vitality
noun
vi·tal·i·ty
vī-ˈtal-ət-ē
plural vitalities
1
: the peculiarity distinguishing the living from the nonliving
2
: capacity to live and develop
also
: physical or mental vigor especially when highly developed
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