1 ~ (for / to sth) necessary or essential in order for sth to succeed or exist:
the vitamins that are vital for health * Good financial accounts are vital to the success of any enterprise. * It is vital that you keep accurate records when you are self-employed. * Reading is of vital importance in language learning. * The police play a vital role in our society. * It was vital to show that he was not afraid.
2 [onlybeforenoun] connected with or necessary for staying alive:
the vital organs (= the brain, heart, lungs, etc.)
3 (written) (of a person) full of energy and enthusiasm
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Sourced from Main Dictionary in Lughet's collection.
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