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

Look for vibrant, uniform colors. —Lauren O'Connor, Health, 9 Nov. 2025

Plants hold their vibrant color through winter and stands up to the heat of summer without burning. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2025

The Encinitas Library, a vibrant hub of learning and community, recently became a Certified Green Business through the Encinitas Green Business Network. —News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025

Bright, colorful murals decorate the walls of buildings, while the streets brim with vibrant bars, sleek third-wave coffee shops, trendy boutiques, and alfresco dining. —Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 8 Nov. 2025

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