vibration

Word parts

vibrate + -ion

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /vaɪˈbreɪʃən/
• enPR: \vī-ˈbrā-shən\/

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Noun

Singular vibration

Plural vibrations

1. (countable & uncountable) A vibration is a fast motion back and forth such as an earthquake, sound, or the motion of a motor.
   • Synonyms: trembling, shaking and shudder
2. (countable) If someone feels a good or bad vibration, they feel that the social situation is good or bad.

Related words

• vibrate