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 of vibrant

• buzzing
• busy
• thriving
• lively
• crowded
• populous
• humming

Examples of vibrant in a Sentence

She has a vibrant personality.

We painted the room a vibrant blue.

Recent Examples on the Web

That has given Zavagnin a unique perspective on how soccer has gone from an afterthought to a vibrant part of Kansas City. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026

In Sugar’s universe, Earth is an exceptionally vibrant place — a vast microcosm of conscious exuberance. — Andy Andersen, Vulture, 24 July 2026

The whiskey has a deeply layered palate that is vibrant even with mature notes of oak and tannin, along with flavors like dark chocolate, cherry syrup, black pepper, cinnamon, hot honey, and tobacco. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 24 July 2026

The look was comprised of vibrant tones from pink, orange and a translucent yellow. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 July 2026

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