vital

B2 · Upper Intermediate Medicine

adj. needed to stay alive, like your heart or your breath.

adj. necessary to the maintenance of life or the functioning of living organisms.

“The patient's vital organs were monitored closely after the surgery.”

“The paramedics worked quickly to protect the victim's vital functions while they prepared for emergency transport to the trauma centre.”

C1 · Advanced Literary

adj. full of energy, life, and excitement.

adj. full of energy, spirit, or vitality; manifesting a lively and vigorous character.

“The city felt vital and alive with music and street performers.”

“Despite her advanced age, she remained a vital presence in the community, constantly launching new initiatives to support local artists.”

C1 · Advanced Law Technical · Formal

adj. relating to official records of births, marriages, and deaths.

adj. pertaining to the recording of major life events for legal or statistical purposes.

“You need to provide your vital records, like a birth certificate, for the visa.”

“The government department is responsible for maintaining vital statistics, including the registration of all births and deaths within the province.”