vitalistic

/vɪˈtælɪstɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characterized by vitalism; emphasizing the existence of a non-physical vital principle or force guiding the development and functioning of organisms.

“The vitalistic approach to medicine focuses on the spiritual and energetic aspects of health.”

2. noun

a doctrine or theory based on or emphasizing vitalism.

“The researcher developed a vitalistic model to explain the complex relationships between living organisms.”

Synonyms

  • energistic
  • organismic
  • vitalist

Antonyms

  • deterministic
  • mechanistic