vibe

noun

ˈvīb How to pronounce vibe (audio)
Definition of vibenext
as in energy
usually vibes plural 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 vibe Fluffy volunteers brighten day at Phoenix airport Furry volunteers are bringing good vibes to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. — Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Rooms at Lovekin offer different vibes, from a board game and study room to a roadie music setting, so the shop has something for everyone, Mastri said. — Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 28 Aug. 2026 In this 2004 version — which starred Parton in the music video — Mindy Smith doubles down on the song’s folksy feel, slows down the tempo and adds a hint of emo vibes to make its message that much more poignant. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026 From barely there neutrals to bold, statement-making colors, these shades deliver just the right amount of depth and drama for cooler days—and there’s an option to complement every vibe (and cashmere number) in your wardrobe. — Jennifer Hussein, InStyle, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vibe
Recent Examples of Synonyms for vibe
  1. energy
  2. aura
Noun
  • The voyage produced a 24 percent reduction in fuel consumption, according to measurements released by the maritime energy company.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
  • India's quarterly economic growth has exceeded expectations several times over the past year, defying a bleak global trade environment, high energy prices and geopolitical uncertainties.
    — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of energy
Noun
  • Knowing there was a 75-foot saltwater pool inside added to its otherworldly aura.
    — Bridget Read, Curbed, 1 Sep. 2026
  • On the other, its smoothness and seamlessness generate an aura of spiritual transcendence, something not unaffiliated with the Angeleno ethos.
    — Katy Barkan, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of aura

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“Vibe.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vibe. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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