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

For the first time, Colombian singer-songwriter Gusi and Guatemalan singer-songwriter Zelaya unite their talents, weaving together the vibrant spirit of their homelands in a song that celebrates love and the richness of life. —Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 23 Jan. 2026

Mosaic, ceramic, porcelain, glass tiles can dictate whether the tone of the space is vibrant and energizing or tranquil and toned down. —Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2026

But for how extensively Sucesso’s style has been technologically determined by his controllers, he’s made remarkably vibrant use of the palette available to him. —Benny Sun, Pitchfork, 23 Jan. 2026

The result is an easy, vibrant, flavorful breakfast that carries you through the morning without feeling rich. —Laura McLively, Mercury News, 23 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