Vitality
mediumPositive tonevy-TAL-ih-tee
noun
Definition
The state of being strong and active; energy
Memory hook
VITAL-ity: full of VITAL life force - the energy that makes you feel alive and thriving.
Word roots
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Examples
“Regular exercise helped maintain her vitality into old age.”
“The city's cultural vitality attracted artists from around the world.”
Test yourself
Fill in the blank with the right word:
“Regular exercise helped maintain her ______ into old age.”
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vitality
Categories
GRE Tip
Vitality is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "vigor" or "energy" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "lethargy".
Related GRE Words
vigor
Physical strength and good health; effort, energy, and enthusiasm
animate
To give life, energy, or spirit to
flag
(verb) To become tired or less enthusiastic; to decline in vigor
invigorate
To give strength or energy to
lethargic
Affected by lethargy; sluggish and apathetic
lethargy
A lack of energy and enthusiasm; sluggishness
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