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

The city feels theatrical and alive, with open-air theaters, cinemas, and a vibrant arts scene that spills into its streets. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026

Anthony Ortega has been to Egypt and jumped at the chance to experience a piece of history in this vibrant setting. — Andrea Nakano, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026

Summary Martha's Vineyard transforms each August into a vibrant hub celebrating Black American diversity and influence. — Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

On the ground, however, vegetation diversity plummeted, turning vibrant ecosystems into simplified, degraded habitats. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 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