vibrant

adjective

vi·​brant ˈvī-brənt 

1

a(1)

: pulsating with life, vigor, or activity

a vibrant personality

(2)

: oscillating or pulsating rapidly

b(1)

: readily set in vibration

(2)

: responsive, sensitive

2

: sounding as a result of vibration : resonant

a vibrant voice

3

: bright sense 4

a vibrant orange

vibrantly adverb

Synonyms

• aboil
• abubble
• abuzz
• alive
• animated
• astir
• brisk
• bustling
• busy
• buzzing
• flourishing
• happening
• hopping
• humming
• kinetic
• lively
• rousing
• stirring
• thriving

Examples of vibrant in a Sentence

She has a vibrant personality.

We painted the room a vibrant blue.

Recent Examples on the Web

This location evolved into a vibrant hub for surfers and the birthplace of his groundbreaking invention—the neoprene wetsuit. —Noel Burgess, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024

The sweet-tart flavor and vibrant pop of color makes a welcome addition to yeast breads (Cranberry-Hibiscus Babka) and quick breads (Fresh Cranberry-Pepita Buttermilk Bread). Cakes, cobblers, and pies. —Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024

Its close proximity to Hyde Park also places owners in short walking distance of vibrant art, murals, world-class restaurants, and bars. —Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2024

There is a direction, and there is a vibrant society. —Ayesha Javed, TIME, 27 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1616, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(2)

Kids Definition

vibrant

adjective

vi·​brant ˈvī-brənt 

1

a

: vibrating rapidly

b

: having or giving a sense of life, vigor, or activity

a vibrant personality

2

: sounding as a result of vibration : resonant

a vibrant voice

3

: bright sense 2

a vibrant orange

vibrantly adverb