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vibrant

adj.
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˈvaɪbɹənt// UK //vˈaɪbɹənt// vi·brant

adj. full of energy, life, or bright colors. You use this to describe a place that is exciting or a color that is very strong and clear.

adj. characterised by a high degree of energy, vitality, or brightness. Often used to describe sensory experiences, social atmospheres, or visual aesthetics.


SIMPLE

The city has a vibrant nightlife with many clubs and bars.

CONTEXTUAL

The artist used a vibrant palette of reds and oranges to capture the heat of the desert sun.

COMPLEX

The neighborhood's vibrant cultural scene is a direct result of decades of immigration, which has introduced diverse culinary traditions and artistic styles to the local community.

Synonyms
Origin

From French vibrant, from Latin vibrans, present participle of vibrare (“to vibrate”). See vibrate.

Usage

Typically used to modify nouns related to color, personality, or social environments.

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