Vital
WordNet
adjective
(1) Manifesting or characteristic of life
"A vital, living organism"
"Vital signs"
(2) Full of spirit
"A dynamic full of life woman"
"A vital and charismatic leader"
"This whole lively world"
(3) Performing an essential function in the living body
"Vital organs"
"Blood and other vital fluids"
"The loss of vital heat in shock"
"A vital spot"
"Life-giving love and praise"
(4) Urgently needed; absolutely necessary
"A critical element of the plan"
"Critical medical supplies"
"Vital for a healthy society"
"Of vital interest"
WiktionaryText
Etymology
From < < < < , pp. .
Adjective
- Relating to, or characteristic of life.
- Necessary to the continuation of life; being the seat of life; being that on which life depends.
- The brain is a vital organ.
- Invigorating or life-giving.
- The sun’s vital radiation.
- Necessary to continued existence.
- The transition to farming was vital for the creation of civilisation.
- Relating to the recording of life events.
- Birth, marriage and death certificates are vital records.
- Important
- It is vital that you don't forget to do your homework.