Definitions

vitality

[vahy-tal-i-tee] / vaɪˈtæl ɪ ti /

NOUN

energy, spirit

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clout continuity endurance exuberance intensity spunk stamina strength verve vigor

STRONG

animation ardor audacity bang being bloom bounce drive existence fervor force get-up-and-go go guts life liveliness lustiness pep pizazz power pulse punch robustness snap sparkle starch steam stuff venturesomeness vim vivacity zest zing zip

WEAK

vivaciousness

Antonyms

STRONGEST

apathy enervation inactivity lack laziness lethargy weakness

STRONG

coolness death discouragement dullness idleness incompetence indifference lifelessness timidity yielding

Example Sentences

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When we move forward, in body, behavior and thought, vitality follows.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

“Lost Worlds” is a testament to the sheer vitality of modern archaeology.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

In quarterly earnings calls, big bank critics like JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon seemed to walk back External link their past cautions on private credit’s vitality.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

Jury chair Alex Farquharson said the shortlisted works offered "a compelling reflection of the breadth and vitality of contemporary British art".

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Behind him came the twins, worried now for a while but full of unquenchable vitality.

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding

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