Vitalization: meaning, definitions and examples

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vitalization

 

[ ˌvʌɪtəlaɪˈzeɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

healthcare

The process of making someone or something more lively, energetic, or active.

Synonyms

animation, invigoration, revitalization.

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Word Description / Examples
vitalization

Duplicate entry. See 'vitalization' above.

revitalization

Similar to 'vitalization', but often emphasizes bringing something that was in decline back to life. Commonly used regarding urban areas, economies, or ecosystems.

  • Revitalization of the old factory area has made it a popular shopping district.
  • The government's new policies aimed at the revitalization of the economy.
invigoration

Used when referring to the process of giving someone or something more energy or strength. It is often used in wellness or motivational contexts.

  • A brisk walk in the morning provides an invigoration that lasts all day.
  • The motivational speech brought invigoration to the tired team.
animation

Commonly used in contexts related to bringing something to life, especially in artistic or digital media. It can also refer to showing enthusiasm and lively behavior.

  • The animation in the film was incredibly realistic.
  • Her face lit up with animation as she told the story.

Examples of usage

  • The vitalization of the patient was evident after receiving the proper treatment.
  • Regular exercise is essential for the vitalization of the body and mind.
Context #2 | Noun

technology

The act of improving or enhancing the performance or efficiency of a system or process.

Synonyms

enhancement, improvement, optimization.

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vitalization

Typically used in situations where something is given new energy or life, often in a dramatic or significant way.

  • The vitalization of the old town square attracted many tourists.
  • The coach's pep talk led to the vitalization of the team's performance.
optimization

Used when the goal is to make something as effective or functional as possible by tweaking, refining, or adjusting various elements.

  • The engineers focused on the optimization of the fuel efficiency of the new car model.
  • Optimization of the supply chain led to cost savings and shorter delivery times.
enhancement

Used when something is being made better by adding or augmenting features or qualities.

  • The software update included several enhancements to the user interface.
  • The company invested in employee skill enhancement programs.
improvement

Appropriate for situations where something is being made better in a general sense, often measured in performance or quality.

  • There has been a noticeable improvement in her grades this semester.
  • The new policies resulted in a significant improvement in customer satisfaction.

Examples of usage

  • The vitalization of the software system led to a significant increase in productivity.
  • The vitalization of the network infrastructure resulted in faster data transmission.

Translations

Translations of the word "vitalization" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vitalização

🇮🇳 जीवनीकरण

🇩🇪 Vitalisierung

🇮🇩 vitalisasi

🇺🇦 віталізація

🇵🇱 witalizacja

🇯🇵 活性化

🇫🇷 vitalisation

🇪🇸 vitalización

🇹🇷 canlandırma

🇰🇷 활성화

🇸🇦 تنشيط

🇨🇿 vitalizace

🇸🇰 vitalizácia

🇨🇳 活化

🇸🇮 vitalizacija

🇮🇸 lífga

🇰🇿 жандандыру

🇬🇪 ვიტალიზაცია

🇦🇿 vitalizasiya

🇲🇽 vitalización

Etymology

The word 'vitalization' originates from the word 'vital', which comes from the Latin 'vitalis' meaning 'of or pertaining to life'. The suffix '-ization' is used to denote the act or process of making something. Therefore, 'vitalization' refers to the act of making something more lively or energetic. The term has been commonly used in healthcare and technology fields to describe the process of enhancing vitality or performance.

See also: vitalist, vitality, vitalize, vitalized.