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

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Under the curtain of night, the vibrant capital transforms, coming alive with music, laughter and lights and the rich aroma of culinary cuisines pouring out from the local bars and restaurants. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 June 2026

Set against the vibrant backdrop of the Harlem Renaissance, With Love From Harlem explores a pivotal era when Black artists and thinkers reshaped cultural identity while still confronting systemic inequality. — Literary Hub, 26 June 2026

Despite obvious problems, Cairo and Lagos received similar ratings as residents think their downtowns are welcoming, memorable and vibrant. — Katharina Buchholz, Forbes.com, 26 June 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