life force

• Force vitale ou principe animant qui donne la vie à un être vivant, souvent associé à des concepts spirituels ou philosophiques de l'énergie et de l'existence.

The vital energy or animating principle that gives life to a living being, often associated with spiritual or philosophical concepts of vitality and existence.

1. Vital energyB2formal

   The energy or spirit that animates living beings; the force that gives life.

   force vitale

   • In many Eastern philosophies, chi is considered the life force that flows through the body.
   • The artist believed that creativity was a form of life force.
   • The patient's life force seemed to be fading after the long illness.

2. Essential driving powerC1formal

   The fundamental or essential power that drives something, such as a movement, organization, or idea.

   force vitale

   • Innovation is the life force of a successful company.
   • The community's spirit was the life force behind the charity event.
   • Passion is the life force of any great artistic endeavor.