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vibes-based en · ADJ

Pronunciation

• /ˈvaɪbzˌbeɪst/ (US)

Etymology

From vibes (“how something feels intuitively or emotionally, often but not necessarily opposed to how it is factually”) + based (“founded on or relying on”).

Meanings

1. (Internet, qualifier:especially social commentary) Determined based on emotions, opinions or feelings, rather than using evidence or research.
   • Remember: the stock market is entirely vibes-based. When the vibes are good, the line goes up; when the vibes are bad, the line goes down.

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