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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Fake Plants Sure, live plants add vibrancy and life to a space, but faux plants (no matter how small or convincing) often just add plastic and dust. Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026 According to those who subscribe to the Downtown Alliance’s theory of downtown vibrancy, this is no coincidence. Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 11 Jan. 2026 In the 1980s, plans to tear it down and build a mall sparked a local uprising to save the historic symbol of the neighborhood’s vibrancy. Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026 Through the firm's work, Heuser wants to contribute to the growth and vibrancy of the city. Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 9 Jan. 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 14 Jan. 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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