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."

Synonyms of vital

Words with a similar meaning to vital:

• important
• essential
• crucial
• indispensable

Antonyms of vital

Words with the opposite meaning to vital:

• unimportant
• superfluous

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