vibrancy

noun

vi·​bran·​cy ˈvī-brən(t)-sē How to pronounce vibrancy (audio)
: the quality or state of being vibrant

Examples of vibrancy in a Sentence

the addition of several new stores enhances the vibrancy of the town
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Listen to this article A $5 million storefront revitalization program — similar to a successful downtown program but specifically targeting Harford neighborhoods — is targeting major commercial corridors that are considered crucial to the city’s economic vibrancy. Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 13 Mar. 2025 Some of the 35mm photos look like they were taken yesterday, with respect to color, vibrancy, clarity and lack of dust. Scott Kramer, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025 From family diners in Queens to high-end bistros in Washington Heights, these establishments contribute to the city’s vibrancy. Nicole Ayala, New York Daily News, 28 Jan. 2025 First, neighborhood revitalization and empowerment — investing in areas outside downtown for safety, vibrancy, walkability and fuller retail corridors. Annalise Frank, Axios, 28 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vibrancy

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1890, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vibrancy was circa 1890

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“Vibrancy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vibrancy. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.

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vibrancy

noun
vi·​bran·​cy ˈvī-brən-sē How to pronounce vibrancy (audio)
: the quality or state of being vibrant
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