Synonyms of vibration

vibration

noun

vī-ˈbrā-shən 

1

as in shaking

a series of slight movements by a body back and forth or from side to side

the vibration of the floor caused by thundering feet in the hallway

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shaking
• trembling
• twitching
• quivering
• oscillation
• tremor
• shivering
• shuddering
• shake
• jiggling
• rocking
• tremble
• shudder
• twitch
• quiver
• quaking
• shiver
• palpitation
• juddering
• jiggle

2

as in energy

often vibrations plural a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings

the Eastern holistic philosophy that unhappy thoughts disrupt the vibrations from one's energy field, causing illness

Synonyms & Similar Words

• energy
• aura
• chi
• ki
• light
• vibe(s)
• orgone
• spirit
• inner light
• soul
• nature
• life
• Shakti
• karma
• élan vital
• world soul
• lifeblood
• mana

3

as in odor

usually vibrations plural a special quality or impression associated with something

although the murders happened long ago, visitors to the house claim that it still gives off unsettling vibrations

Synonyms & Similar Words

• odor
• air
• smell
• note
• atmosphere
• temper
• spirit
• mood
• aura
• flavor
• climate
• aroma
• ambience
• halo
• karma
• image
• suggestion
• characteristic
• picture
• tone
• color
• patina
• attribute
• property
• sense
• nimbus
• sensation
• feel
• romance
• feeling
• trait
• aureole
• character
• mystique
• notion
• peculiarity
• illusion
• mark
• overtone
• semblance
• genius loci

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of vibration

Sonic stakes emit low-frequency pulses and vibrations through the soil. — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 26 Aug. 2026

Some art experts have expressed concern that vibrations from the track construction and race itself could damage the artifacts inside. — Rachel Treisman, NPR, 21 Aug. 2026

The frame of this printer is rigid and stout to minimize error-inducing vibration during printing; HeyGears says layer positioning errors are no more than 2 microns. — Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 21 Aug. 2026

MindSink chairs in both lounges pair audio with synchronized vibration, free to spa-goers. — Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026