Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

vibrate

[vahy-breyt] / ˈvaɪ breɪt /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Because a smaller and lighter stapes can vibrate more rapidly, it can transfer high-frequency sound waves more effectively.

From Science Daily • Mar. 12, 2026

"Cathy and Heathcliff's passions vibrate through their dress, their surroundings, and everything else within reach, and you leave the cinema quivering on their own private frequency."

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

Rare earths are likewise found in every smartphone, enhancing screen performance and enabling the phone to vibrate.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

Stiller apologizes and silences his phone, which continues to vibrate busily on the table.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 18, 2025

Membranophones are instruments in which the sound is produced by making a membrane vibrate; drums are the most familiar example.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones




Vocabulary lists containing vibrate


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "vibrate" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com