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vibrate

1 of 1verb
/ˈvaɪbreɪt/
Forms:vibrates,vibrating,vibrated,vibrated
1

to move rapidly back and forth or up and down with small movements

  • The phone vibrated on the table, indicating an incoming call or message.
  • The tuning fork vibrated, producing a pure and consistent tone.
  • The hummingbird's wings vibrated rapidly as it hovered near the flower.
  • The car's engine caused the steering wheel to vibrate slightly.
  • The bass guitar strings vibrated, creating a deep and resonant sound.
2

to oscillate or swing back and forth, typically in a regular or rhythmic manner

  • The grandfather clock's pendulum began to vibrate with a gentle, rhythmic motion.
  • The swing's chains rattled as the children excitedly caused the seat to vibrate back and forth.
  • With each tick of the metronome, the dancer's body seemed to vibrate in perfect synchrony, flowing with the rhythm.
  • The hypnotist's pendant swung, vibrating in a soothing motion, lulling the subject into a trance.
Synonyms:
oscillate
3

to experience a sudden and powerful surge of sensation or emotion that resonates within oneself

  • When he received the unexpected news of his loved one's recovery, he felt his heart vibrate with overwhelming relief and joy.
  • The powerful speech by the activist made the crowd vibrate with a shared sense of determination.
  • As the final notes of the symphony resounded, she felt her soul vibrate with a profound sense of beauty and transcendence.
  • When she saw the breathtaking view from the mountaintop, her whole being seemed to vibrate with a profound connection to nature.
Synonyms:
ticklethrill
4

to produce or emit a continuous or prolonged sound that resonates

  • The bell chimed, and its reverberating sound vibrated throughout the cathedral.
  • The thunder rumbled in the distance, its deep sound vibrating in the air.
  • The speaker's voice resonated and vibrated in the auditorium, captivating the audience.
  • The opera singer's powerful voice filled the opera house, vibrating with emotion.
  • The piano keys were struck, and their notes vibrated, lingering in the air.
Synonyms:
resonate
5

to be uncertain or indecisive, oscillating between conflicting positions or courses of action

  • She vibrated between accepting the job offer and pursuing her entrepreneurial dreams.
  • The student vibrated between studying abroad and staying close to home for their college education.
  • He vibrated between two career paths, torn between following his passion and choosing financial stability.
  • The committee members vibrated on the decision, unable to reach a consensus.
Synonyms:
vacillateoscillatehover