vital

• Qualifie ce qui est absolument nécessaire ou essentiel à la vie, au succès ou à la poursuite de l'existence; peut aussi désigner ce qui est plein d'énergie ou d'activité.

Describes something that is absolutely necessary or essential for life, success, or continued existence.

1. Absolutely necessaryB1formal

   Extremely important or essential for something to succeed or exist.

   vital (sens 1)

   • Clean water is vital for human survival.
   • It is vital that you arrive on time for the interview.
   • The team played a vital role in the project's success.

   Synonymescriticalcrucialessentialfundamentalimperativeindispensablekeynecessary

   Antonymesdispensableinessentialnonessentialoptionalunnecessary

2. Full of energyB2formal

   Having or showing great energy, liveliness, or force.

   plein de vitalité

   • She is a vital and active member of the community.
   • The old man still has a vital spirit.
   • His vital personality made him popular at parties.

   Synonymesanimateddynamicenergeticlivelypeppyspiritedvibrantvigorousvivaciouszestful

   Antonymesapatheticlethargiclifelesslistlessspiritless