vibrancy

noun

vi·​bran·​cy ˈvī-brən(t)-sē How to pronounce vibrancy (audio)
Synonyms of vibrancynext
: the quality or state of being vibrant

Examples of vibrancy in a Sentence

the addition of several new stores enhances the vibrancy of the town
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The City of Antioch celebrates the vibrancy and resiliency of Black culture with live performances, music, food and activities for kids and adults. Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 2 June 2026 At 25 years old, the whisky’s youthful vibrancy deepens, trading sharp green notes for profound, mellow complexity. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 30 May 2026 Such destinations downtown are seen as essential to building vibrancy on days when there aren’t sporting events or concerts at PeoplesBank Arena. Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 29 May 2026 To Reed, that openness creates an energy and vibrancy in comics that’s not always present in the mainstream creative arts. Peter Larsen, Daily News, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for vibrancy

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vibrancy was circa 1890

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“Vibrancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vibrancy. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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vibrancy

noun
vi·​bran·​cy ˈvī-brən-sē How to pronounce vibrancy (audio)
: the quality or state of being vibrant
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