vibes
Americanplural noun
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informal (esp in jazz) short for vibraphone
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slang short for vibrations
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of vibes
First recorded in 1965–70; by shortening
Example Sentences
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“The vibes are very good. The energy is pretty high. If this is a bear market, I’ll take it.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
In Valentino by Alessandro Michele, they used Italian Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi as inspiration, according to Vogue, and the “Killing of a Sacred Elmo” vibes were in your face, in a good way.
From Salon • May 5, 2026
As he has a habit of doing, he’s making a massive financial decision mostly based on vibes.
From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026
The deep green living room sets a bold scene: a clock worthy of Dalí, leopard prints, pink Persian rugs, a snake ottoman and a thrifted tufted chair with Art Deco vibes from CB2.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026
They gave off major Jordan Catalano vibes as they swaggered down the hallways of our school.
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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