Thesaurus results for VIBRATION

vibration

noun

vī-ˈbrā-shən

Definition of vibration

as in shaking

a series of slight movements by a body back and forth or from side to side the vibration of the floor caused by thundering feet in the hallway

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as in energy

often vibrations plural a spiritual force that is held to emanate from or give animation to living beings the Eastern holistic philosophy that unhappy thoughts disrupt the vibrations from one's energy field, causing illness

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as in odor

usually vibrations plural a special quality or impression associated with something although the murders happened long ago, visitors to the house claim that it still gives off unsettling vibrations

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Recent Examples of vibration The team loaded the makeshift incubators into cars and drove to the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, with human passengers cradling them the whole way to minimize the vehicles’ vibrations. — Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026 Under a load of 20 tons in addition to its own weight, the platform showed minimal deformation and vibration in relation to its span. — New Atlas, 25 Sep. 2026 That small shift is enough to trigger the vibration a partner recognizes instantly. — Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026 Lifepro's Rumblex has three powerful motors for oscillating, pulsating and lateral vibrations. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vibration

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Noun

Light to moderate shaking was reported in the vicinity of the quake, with reports that the quake was felt as far east as Palmdale, as far west as Santa Barbara and as far south as Inglewood.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026
What to do in an earthquake Earthquakes’ sudden, rapid shaking can cause structural collapses and landslides.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of shaking

Noun

One highlight for me was my session with an energy healer named Djik Dewa, who balances out the body’s chakras with gentle massage, chanting, and deep eye contact—a disconcerting but powerful experience.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
Alito said he was not required to recuse himself and that the energy shares in question were inherited by his wife.

— Callie Patteson, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of energy

Noun

The fragrance-free spray comes in a 3-ounce bottle that fits TSA carry-on limits, and it is designed to release wrinkles, reduce static, and refresh fabric odors with a quick spray; then smooth and hang.

— Amanda Eyre Ward, Travel + Leisure, 28 Sep. 2026
As a precaution, the county is asking people and pets to avoid water with an odor or a visible sheen.

— Bryan Lynn, CBS News, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of odor

Noun

Betelgeuse and the Pleiades hung—one billowing, one trembling—out of sight somewhere past the window frame.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 19 Aug. 2026
When the trembling decreased, the 27-year-old mother took the stairs seven stories down with her young child in her arms and evacuated the building.

— Nicole Acevedo, NBC news, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of trembling

Noun

This changes when moving off-center past about 30 degrees, at which point the objects show a wide aura around them.

— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026
Defined by Victorian era elements like lace and semi-sheer material with severe silhouettes and gothic styles, the dark glamour look punctuated the general edgy aura of Charli XCX’s alt pop star wardrobe.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of aura

Noun

The sparrows fluttered into the air, wings beating against each other in panic.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026
Do air travelers notice the difference between airports, the frustration of exiting LAX and potentially avoid flying out of it whenever possible?

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of air

Noun

But the smell of a pot brewing can still bring back memories of the people who once poured it.

— Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026
Multisensory journeys have been developed to immerse clients in the rituals, music and smells inspired by the lifestyles of these destinations.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of smell

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