Vibes is slang for vibrations or feelings that people get from certain experiences, places, or situations. Some synonyms for vibes include atmosphere, energy, aura, mood, tone, and ambience. The atmosphere of a place can create positive vibes that make people feel comfortable and happy. A person's energy can also affect the vibes of a situation. The aura or mood of a situation can be calming or excitable depending on the mood that is set. The tone of a situation can indicate a good or bad vibe, and the ambience of a place can give off a certain feeling that can be felt by those who are present.