vital

柯林斯詞典

1. ADJ If you say that something is vital, you mean that it is necessary or very important. 至關重要的
The port is vital to supply relief to millions of drought victims. 這個港口至關重要，給數(shù)百萬旱災民提供救濟物資。
It is vital that parents give children clear and consistent messages about drugs. 至關重要的是，父母們給子女提供關于毒品明確一致的觀點。
2. vitallyADV 至關重要地
Lesley's career in the church is vitally important to her. 萊斯利的教會生涯對于她而言至關重要。

It was said that the police concealed vital evidence .
The exploration for new sources of energy is vital for the future of our planet .
Mr Clinton singled out education as a vital tool in bridging the gap between rich and poor .
These monuments are a vital part of the cultural heritage of South America .
Trust is a vital ingredient in a successful marriage .