élan vi·tal  (vē-tāl')  n. The vital force hypothesized by Henri Bergson as a source of efficient causation and evolution in nature. Also called life force. [French : élan, ardor + vital, vital.] |
| life force n. See élan vital. |
| Main Entry: | life force1 |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | the vital force or impulse of life; one's source of vitality, spirit, energy, and strength; also called élan vital |
| Main Entry: | life force2 |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | the soul |
