vital

柯林斯词典

1. ADJ If you say that something is vital, you mean that it is necessary or very important. 至关重要的
The port is vital to supply relief to millions of drought victims. 这个港口至关重要，给数百万旱灾民提供救济物资。
It is vital that parents give children clear and consistent messages about drugs. 至关重要的是，父母们给子女提供关于毒品明确一致的观点。
2. vitallyADV 至关重要地
Lesley's career in the church is vitally important to her. 莱斯利的教会生涯对于她而言至关重要。

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 .