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A subtle feeling or mood that can be sensed from people, places or things, also used for the act of emitting or perceiving that feeling, and originally a term for a physical vibration.
Examples The city’s night vibe is unforgettable.
I’m vibing to the rhythm right now.
The concert's vibe was electric.
They vibed on the same wavelength.
The café has a cozy vibe .
Similar words throb
mood
emit
atmosphere
radiate
project
give off
pulse
oscillation
tremor
Meanings Examples The café has a cozy vibe .
She gave off a mysterious vibe .
I love the retro vibe of this room.
His outfit creates a bold vibe .
The concert's vibe was electric.
We felt a tense vibe before the meeting.
The city’s night vibe is unforgettable.
Similar words aura ambience
atmosphere
mood
tone feel
energy
Examples He vibes with the crowd during the show.
She vibed with the music all night.
Do you vibe with this brand?
They vibed on the same wavelength.
I’m vibing to the rhythm right now.
You can vibe the atmosphere by smiling.
We vibed together at the coffee shop.
Similar words radiate
exude
emit
project
convey
give off
express
Examples The phone gave a faint vibe when it received a call.
You can feel the vibe of the engine humming.
The device uses a vibe sensor to detect motion.
He adjusted the vibe to match the frequency.
The lab measured the vibe of the material under stress.
A strong vibe can be felt on the subway platform.
The speaker emitted a low vibe that resonated.
Similar words oscillation
shudder
tremor
quiver
pulse
throb
vibration
Etymology From the noun vibration, clipped to vibe in the early 20th century.
FAQ What does vibe mean as a noun?
vibe as a noun refers to a subtle feeling or atmosphere that can be sensed from a person, place, or thing.
How is vibe used as a verb?
When used as a verb, vibe means to emit or sense a particular mood or impression, often with with or to .
Is vibe formal or informal?
vibe is generally informal and is common in everyday conversation and social media.
Can vibe describe a physical vibration?
Yes, in technical contexts vibe can denote a rapid oscillation or vibration of an object.
What is the origin of the word vibe ?
vibe is a clipping of the word vibration , first recorded in the early 1900s.
What are some synonyms for vibe ?
Synonyms include aura, ambience, atmosphere, mood, tone, feel, and energy.
What is the opposite of vibe ?
Opposites can be lack, stillness, or silence, depending on context.
How do I say someone has a good vibe ?
You can say They have a good vibe or They give off a good vibe .
What does it mean to vibe with someone?
To vibe with someone means to share a similar feeling or to be on the same wavelength.
Is vibe used in music descriptions?
Yes, musicians often talk about the vibe of a song to describe its overall feeling or style.
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