vita

/ˈviːtə/ or /ˈvaɪtə/

Definitions

1. noun

the life or life story of a person, especially one who is famous or has had a remarkable career

“The biographer spent years researching the vita of the famous scientist.”

2. noun

a life, especially in the sense of a person’s career or activities

“After retiring, he devoted his vita to traveling and writing.”

3. noun

a short biography, typically used in academic or professional contexts

“The vita on the academic’s website included a list of her publications and awards.”

4. adjective

of or relating to life, especially in the sense of a person’s career or activities

“She wrote a vita-filled memoir about her years as a diplomat.”

5. noun

a type of Italian wine, especially from the Piedmont region

“The local wine shop had a selection of vita wines from Italy.”

6. noun

a type of Italian confectionery, especially a sweet, nutty biscuit

“The Italian bakery sold vita biscuits as a snack.”

Synonyms

  • biography
  • life

Antonyms

  • death
  • obituary