English Reference
adjective

vibrant

adj.
US /ˈvaɪbɹənt/ UK /vˈaɪbɹənt/ vi·brant UK spelling vibrants

  1. 01 B2 Upper Intermediate

    full of energy, life, and activity.

    characterised by a high degree of energy, vigour, or activity.

    Simple

    The city has a vibrant nightlife with many clubs and restaurants open late.

    In context

    The neighborhood has transformed into a vibrant cultural hub, attracting artists and entrepreneurs from across the country.

  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate

    very bright, strong, and clear colors.

    strikingly bright or intense in color; possessing high saturation.

    Simple

    She wore a vibrant red dress that stood out in the crowd.

    In context

    The artist used a vibrant palette of oranges and purples to capture the intensity of the desert sunset.

  3. 03 C1 Advanced Formal Music

    a sound that is strong, deep, and clear.

    characterised by resonance or vibration; producing a full, deep sound.

    Simple

    The singer had a vibrant voice that filled the entire concert hall.

    In context

    The cello produced a vibrant, woody tone that resonated through the wooden floorboards of the stage.

    resonantringingsonorous

A vibrant ecosystem, therefore, is one that hums with the sounds of life.

Aeon· 17 Aug 2026

Robertsport, on the nation’s coast, has a vibrant surfing community and is increasingly drawing tourists .

Smithsonian Magazine· 6 Aug 2026

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

Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.

This entry
Origin Latin vibrans
Level C1 · Advanced
Frequency Frequent
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