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noun
A general state of societal pessimism about the economy, independently of whether a recession is currently happening.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: neologism
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History
Blend of vibe (“an atmosphere or aura”) + recession. Coined by American financial content creator, educator, and author Kyla Scanlon in a June 2022 article.
