The feeling or atmosphere that someone or something gives off, often sensed intuitively rather than explained logically.
Shortened from 'vibrations' in 1960s slang, influenced by the metaphor of sound waves and energy vibrations. Originally hipster culture jargon, it spread widely through 20th century American English.
What's wild is that 'vibes' is literally just slang for 'vibrations,' but it taps into our real understanding that people DO give off different frequencies—your nervous system actually picks up on micro-expressions, tone, and energy in ways you can't always consciously explain.
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