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

Once at the fish counter, look for selections that appear vibrant, with even coloration and no brown spots or dark edges. —Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 12 Jan. 2026

But his sophomore album, 2022’s Faith in the Future, was more vibrant and self-assured, giving Tomlinson his first top 5 entry on the Billboard 200 chart. —Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 12 Jan. 2026

Your 9th House of Exploration takes focus as the vibrant Sun squares tender Chiron, nudging you to test a belief by practicing it in decisions. —Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 12 Jan. 2026

This diversity of trail users creates a vibrant outdoor community, and everyone has space to enjoy their preferred activity. —Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 12 Jan. 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