English adjective: life-sustaining | |||
| 1. | life-sustaining performing an essential function in the living body | ||
| Samples | Vital organs. Blood and other vital fluids. The loss of vital heat in shock. A vital spot. Life-giving love and praise. | ||
| Synonyms | vital | ||
| Similar | essential | ||
| Antonyms | inessential, unessential | ||