Life force: meaning, definitions and examples

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life force

 

[ ˈlaɪf fɔːrs ]

Context #1

spiritual energy

Life force refers to the spiritual energy or vital essence that is believed to animate living beings. It is the essence of life itself, the energy that sustains and drives all living things.

Synonyms

qi, spiritual energy, vital energy, vital essence

Examples of usage

  • The practice of yoga aims to balance the life force within the body.
  • According to traditional Chinese medicine, the flow of life force, or qi, must be unobstructed for optimal health.
Context #2

motivation

Life force can also refer to a person's inner drive or motivation to succeed. It is the energy that propels individuals to pursue their goals and dreams with passion and determination.

Synonyms

determination, inner drive, motivation, passion

Examples of usage

  • She approached every challenge with a fierce life force that inspired those around her.
  • His life force was evident in the way he poured his heart and soul into his work.

Translations

Translations of the word "life force" in other languages:

🇵🇹 força vital

🇮🇳 जीवन शक्ति

🇩🇪 Lebenskraft

🇮🇩 kekuatan hidup

🇺🇦 життєва сила

🇵🇱 siła życiowa

🇯🇵 生命力 (せいめいりょく)

🇫🇷 force vitale

🇪🇸 fuerza vital

🇹🇷 yaşam gücü

🇰🇷 생명력

🇸🇦 قوة الحياة

🇨🇿 životní síla

🇸🇰 životná sila

🇨🇳 生命力 (shēngmìng lì)

🇸🇮 življenjska sila

🇮🇸 lífsafl

🇰🇿 өмір күші

🇬🇪 სიცოცხლის ძალა (sicotskhilis dzala)

🇦🇿 həyat gücü

🇲🇽 fuerza vital

Word origin

The concept of life force can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as the Chinese, Indian, and Egyptian cultures, where it was believed that a vital energy or spirit animated all living beings. This belief has persisted through various spiritual and philosophical traditions, influencing practices such as yoga, traditional Chinese medicine, and energy healing modalities.