vibes

Definition of vibesnext
plural of vibe
as in energy
a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings a book by a professor of physiological science about her experiments with human energy fields and the vibes they emanate

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Recent Examples of vibes Boho vibes from 2016 have also made their return with knit cardigans, flowy dresses and even flower crowns. Carolyn Burt, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2026 While Red Bull Mirage provided day club vibes, the energy at the Soho House hideout was a bit more laid-back. Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026 Like Lindblad, former UCLA standout Alison Lee is hoping to garner some positive vibes about her game through a strong performance at this week’s tournament. Bob Buttitta, Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026 The vibes have been immaculate from the batting order, to the pitching rotation, to the bullpen, and everywhere in between. Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 14 Apr. 2026 Gallup’s own senior education researcher, Zach Hrynowski, blamed the bad vibes at least partially on the dwindling job market. Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 14 Apr. 2026 The writers, led by grammy-winning producer Om’Mas Keith, fed lyrics to Suno in a prompt asking for different types of songs and vibes and, within minutes, had tracks with intricate production and convincing lead vocals. Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 14 Apr. 2026 Coachella 2026 was full of performances, positive vibes, and, of course, parties galore. Christine Imarenezor, VIBE.com, 14 Apr. 2026 Black described the energy and vibes of practice as good despite what occurred Sunday against the Celtics. Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibes
Noun
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday Ukraine is ready to mirror any ceasefire steps, having earlier proposed to Russia a pause in attacks on each other’s energy infrastructure over the Orthodox Easter holiday.
    ABC News, ABC News, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Inflation ran hot in March as a result of higher energy costs tied to the Iran war, which has constrained the flow of crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil supply.
    Brian Dakss, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Something that’s been evident in his aura.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Only those who are desperate to seem cool would manufacture or farm aura.
    Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 8 Apr. 2026

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“Vibes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibes. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.

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