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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Sometimes, the country was cast as a strong and imposing hero, with unparalleled economic vitality and military might.
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Stacie E. Goddard, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
As the science continues to evolve, one message grows louder: for those pursuing long-term vitality and resilience, quitting alcohol is not just wise.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The city should act as a facilitator and neutral partner when disputes threaten the vitality of our commercial districts.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
Notably, this image, captured seconds later, presents a rare and candid moment of fragility in a campaign that focused on vitality and strength.
—Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2025
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Stacie E. Goddard, Foreign Affairs, 22 Apr. 2025
As the science continues to evolve, one message grows louder: for those pursuing long-term vitality and resilience, quitting alcohol is not just wise.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The city should act as a facilitator and neutral partner when disputes threaten the vitality of our commercial districts.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
Notably, this image, captured seconds later, presents a rare and candid moment of fragility in a campaign that focused on vitality and strength.
—Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 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 4 May. 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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