vibes

[ vahybz ]

plural noun

, Informal.

1. vibe ( defs 1, 2 ).
2. vibraphone ( def ).

vibes

/ vaɪbz /

plural noun

1. informal.
   (esp in jazz) short for vibraphone
2. slang.
   short for vibrations

Other Words From

• vib·ist noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of vibes¹

First recorded in 1965–70; by shortening

Example Sentences

Supporters of the Biden administration’s economy felt the economic record was competing with bad vibes on social media, as even survey respondents who said they were doing well were convinced that others were not.

From Slate

This isn't just about vibes, either.

From Salon

Those good vibes continued — the hit-making, swoon-worthy duo never taking themselves too seriously despite serious songwriting chops and bona fides — for intimate co-headlining solo acoustic performances.

From Los Angeles Times

Clips of Thune and Cornyn giving off vaguely liberal vibes in the past began recirculating.

From Slate

Come really open and no f–ing networking vibes.

From Los Angeles Times

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