vitality
Physical and mental energy, vigor, and liveliness
Examples
In a meeting
“Our wellness initiatives aim to boost employee vitality and engagement.”
Over coffee
“She has such vitality for someone her age; she's always on the go.”
Why this word
energy
vitality implies life force and vigor with a sense of health and sustainability, while energy is more generic and temporary
liveliness
vitality suggests deep reserves of strength and health, while liveliness focuses on surface animation
vigor
vitality encompasses overall life force and health, while vigor emphasizes active physical or mental strength
Usage tip
Use when describing energetic health and vigor. More dynamic than simply saying 'energy' or 'health.'
Etymology
Latin: vitalis (of life, vital)
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Characterized by much sitting and little physical activity
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Severely weakening or impairing physical or mental strength
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