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vibes

|vibes|

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/vaɪbz/

(vibe)

emotional atmosphere

Base FormPluralPastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
vibevibesvibedvibedvibing
Etymology
Etymology Information

'vibe' originates from the word 'vibration', which comes from Latin 'vibratio', meaning 'a shaking or quivering motion'.

Historical Evolution

'vibration' was shortened to 'vibe' in the 20th century, eventually becoming a colloquial term for emotional atmosphere.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to physical vibrations, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of emotional atmosphere.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a distinctive emotional atmosphere or feeling associated with a particular place, person, or situation.

The restaurant has a cozy vibe.

Synonyms

Noun 2

plural form of 'vibe', referring to multiple instances of such emotional atmospheres or feelings.

The party had good vibes all night.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45