adj
Uncommon
vibrant
VYB-ruhnt
Vibrant (adj) means Full of energy, life, and enthusiasm. Example: “The city has a vibrant nightlife scene.”
adj
1
Full of energy, life, and enthusiasm.
"The city has a vibrant nightlife scene."
"She gave a vibrant performance that had the whole audience on its feet."
"The market was vibrant, full of musicians, laughter and the smell of fresh food."
2
Strikingly bright and bold, as of a colour.
"The mural was painted in vibrant reds and oranges."
"She chose a vibrant yellow scarf to brighten up her grey coat."
"The garden was full of vibrant flowers in purple and pink."
How to use vibrant
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFull of life and energy, or (for colour) strikingly bright.
Common pairings
vibrant colours
vibrant community
vibrant atmosphere
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Word forms
- Plural
- vibrants
- Comparative
- more vibrant
- Superlative
- most vibrant
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Etymology
From French vibrant, from Latin vibrans, the present participle of vibrare, "to vibrate."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “vibrant” mean?
The word “vibrant” means full of energy, life, and enthusiasm. In plain terms, full of life and energy, or (for colour) strikingly bright.
How do you pronounce “vibrant”?
“Vibrant” is pronounced VYB-ruhnt (/ˈvaɪbɹənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “vibrant” in a sentence?
Here is “vibrant” used in a sentence: “The city has a vibrant nightlife scene.”
What is another word for “vibrant”?
Words with a similar meaning to “vibrant” include energetic, spirited and remugient.
What part of speech is “vibrant”?
“Vibrant” is an adjective.
Where does the word “vibrant” come from?
The word “vibrant” comes from Latin. From French vibrant, from Latin vibrans, the present participle of vibrare, "to vibrate.".
Is “vibrant” a common word?
“Vibrant” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “vibrant” have?
“Vibrant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: full of energy, life, and enthusiasm.
What is the difference between vibrant and vivid when describing color?
Vibrant describes colors that are strikingly bright and bold, often suggesting energy and liveliness, while vivid emphasizes intensity and clarity of color. The two overlap heavily, and vibrant often carries a slightly more energetic, lively connotation.
What does it mean to call a community vibrant?
Describing a community as vibrant means it is full of energy, life, and enthusiasm, suggesting an active, lively atmosphere with plenty going on.
Can vibrant describe things other than color?
Yes, vibrant can describe anything full of energy, life, and enthusiasm, such as a vibrant personality or a vibrant city, in addition to its use for strikingly bright colors.
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