CEFR B1

vital

adjective

Meaning

Absolutely necessary or important; essential.

Examples

Water is vital for all living things.
The role of the lungs is vital to breathing.

Synonyms: important, essential, crucial, indispensable

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vital (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈvaɪtl/

Definition

Absolutely necessary or important; essential.

Examples

Water is vital for all living things.
The role of the lungs is vital to breathing.
Good communication is vital for a successful team.

How to Use vital

vital for (prepositional phrase): Necessary or essential for a particular purpose or person. — "Exercise is vital for maintaining good health."
vital to (prepositional phrase): Necessary or essential to achieve or maintain something. — "Honesty is vital to a strong friendship."

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