B2adjective 2K

Vital

🇬🇧 UK //ˈvaɪ.təl// 🇺🇸 US //ˈvaɪ.təl//

Meaning of Vital

Extremely important or necessary for something to function or succeed.

In simple words: very important or necessary

Vital in a sentence

• It's vital to drink enough water every day.
• Effective communication is vital for team success.
• A vital sign of health is a normal pulse rate.
• The vital role she played in the project was recognized by everyone.
• Research is vital for making informed decisions.

How to use Vital

Use 'vital' when emphasizing importance in both formal and informal contexts. It may not fit in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'vital' like 'life' - it’s essential for survival.

Related words

Collocations with Vital

• vital importance
• vital signs
• vital role
• vital organs

Synonyms for Vital

• essential
• crucial
• necessary
• important
• fundamental

Opposites of Vital

• unimportant
• insignificant
• trivial

Common mistakes with Vital

• Confused with 'vitality'; the former means essential, the latter refers to energy or liveliness.
• Overusing in trivial contexts when less intense descriptors suffice.
• Mixing it up with 'critical' without understanding the nuances.

Frequently asked questions about Vital

What does Vital mean?

very important or necessary

What is the definition of Vital?

Extremely important or necessary for something to function or succeed.

How do you use Vital in a sentence?

It's vital to drink enough water every day.

Can you give another example of Vital?

Effective communication is vital for team success.

What are synonyms for Vital?

Common alternatives include essential, crucial, necessary, important, fundamental.

What is the opposite of Vital?

Opposite meanings include unimportant, insignificant, trivial.

What words go with Vital?

It commonly pairs with vital importance, vital signs, vital role, vital organs.

What are common mistakes when using Vital?

Confused with 'vitality'; the former means essential, the latter refers to energy or liveliness. Overusing in trivial contexts when less intense descriptors suffice. Mixing it up with 'critical' without understanding the nuances.

How do you pronounce Vital?

US: //ˈvaɪ.təl//, UK: //ˈvaɪ.təl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Vital?

Use 'vital' when emphasizing importance in both formal and informal contexts. It may not fit in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Vital?

"Vital" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.