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vibrant

/ˈvaɪ.bɹənt/
vi · brant

Adverb:vibrantly
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vibrant Lexical Profile

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1

Full of energy, enthusiasm, and life; vigorous and dynamic.

Example

"The downtown district is known for its vibrant arts scene and bustling night markets."


2

Bright, striking, and richly saturated (of color or light).

Example

"The artist used vibrant shades of crimson and cobalt to capture the sunset over the harbor."


3

Quivering, pulsating, or resonant with sound or physical vibration.

Example

"The cellist drew a deep, vibrant tone from the instrument that filled the entire concert hall."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the early 17th century from Latin vibrantem, the present participle of vibrare ('to shake, brandish, or glimmer'), originally describing physical oscillation before expanding to mean lively and bright.

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