vital principle

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Noun vital principle has 1 sense

vital principle, life principle - a hypothetical force to which the functions and qualities peculiar to living things are sometimes ascribed
--₁ is a kind of causal agent, cause, causal agency
--₁ has particulars: spirit

Definitions from the Web

Vital Principle

Definition: A fundamental or essential force or energy that is believed to sustain and animate living beings.

Sample sentences:

According to some ancient philosophies, the vital principle is known as "qi" or "ki."
The vital principle of an organism is responsible for its growth and development.
He dedicated his life to studying the vital principle and its impact on human health.

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