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

Synonyms of vitality

• vigorousness
• vibrancy
• brightness
• exuberance
• liveliness
• vibrance
• cheerfulness
• sprightliness
• enthusiasm
• lustiness
• animation
• briskness
• robustness
• spirit

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

Recent Examples on the Web

The documentary cleverly mixes theatrical elements with more conventional methods, such as archival footage showing the city’s rich history of civil disobedience, to emphasize a lineage of organized opposition and the vitality of everyday people acting together. —Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026

What better way to understand the vitality of New York City than at a Knicks or Liberty game? —Erin Florio, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Feb. 2026

Residents have access to a 24-hour uniformed concierge, valet parking, a private cinema, spa facilities, and a sleek fitness center anchored by an 82-foot swimming pool complete with a vitality pool, sauna, and steam rooms. —Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 Feb. 2026

Guests can enjoy the well-being spa area spanning 10,800 square feet, featuring a 25-meter semi-Olympic pool, caldarium, indoor and outdoor vitality pool, relaxation zone, and fitness center. —Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 6 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1592, in the meaning defined at sense 2a

Rhymes for vitality

• banality
• bestiality
• brutality
• carnality
• centrality
• chirality
• duality
• fatality
• finality
• formality
• frugality
• legality

Kids Definition

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