vibration
noun
vi·bra·tion
vī-ˈbrā-shən 
1
a
: a periodic motion of the particles of an elastic body or medium in alternately opposite directions from the position of equilibrium when that equilibrium has been disturbed (as when a stretched cord produces musical tones or molecules in the air transmit sounds to the ear)
(1)
(2)
: a quivering or trembling motion : quiver
2
: an instance of vibration
3
: vacillation in opinion or action : wavering
4
a
: a characteristic emanation, aura, or spirit that infuses or vitalizes someone or something and that can be instinctively sensed or experienced
—often used in plural
b
: a distinctive usually emotional atmosphere capable of being sensed
—usually used in plural
Examples of vibration in a Sentence
trying to reduce engine vibration
the vibration of the floor caused by thundering feet in the hallway
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At facilities like Maspo’s, sensors continuously monitor temperature, pressure, and vibration across the system.
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 18 Dec. 2025
The vibration, the noise, the spectacle.
—Tim Parker, Fortune, 18 Dec. 2025
This Cfmb vacuum has 500 Watts of power and a powerful suction of 16KPa that, along with metal rubber roller brushes that rotate up to 30,000 RPMs, deliver a high-frequency vibration that kicks up dust, mites, flakes of skin, and all other invisible allergens.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025
Cool-mist humidifiers are evaporative, drawing in air that passes over a wet wick or filter, or ultrasonic, using vibrations to put cool, moist air back into the room.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025
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Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 18 Dec. 2025
The vibration, the noise, the spectacle.
—Tim Parker, Fortune, 18 Dec. 2025
This Cfmb vacuum has 500 Watts of power and a powerful suction of 16KPa that, along with metal rubber roller brushes that rotate up to 30,000 RPMs, deliver a high-frequency vibration that kicks up dust, mites, flakes of skin, and all other invisible allergens.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Dec. 2025
Cool-mist humidifiers are evaporative, drawing in air that passes over a wet wick or filter, or ultrasonic, using vibrations to put cool, moist air back into the room.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for vibration
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“Vibration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vibration. Accessed 19 Dec. 2025.
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vibration
noun
vi·bra·tion
vī-ˈbrā-shən
1
a
: a rapid motion of the particles of an elastic body or substance back and forth (as when a stretched cord produces a musical tone or molecules in the air transmit sounds to the ear)
b
: the action of vibrating : the state of being vibrated
2
: a trembling motion
vibration of a house caused by a passing truck
3
: a feeling or impression that someone or something gives off
—usually used in plural
good vibrations
Medical Definition
vibration
noun
vi·bra·tion
vī-ˈbrā-shən
1
a
: a periodic motion of the particles of an elastic body or medium in alternately opposite directions from the position of equilibrium when that equilibrium has been disturbed (as when particles of air transmit sounds to the ear)
2
: an instance of vibration
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