oomph

noun

ˈu̇m(p)f 

1

: personal charm or magnetism : glamour

2

: sex appeal

3

: punch, vitality

Synonyms of oomph

• vigor
• energy
• juice
• pep
• dynamism

Examples of oomph in a Sentence

The plot of the story lacks oomph.

The truck doesn't have the oomph to haul the boat.

Recent Examples on the Web

The pop star—who dropped her latest album Daughter From Hell today—has been subtly working the Alice band with a little extra oomph into her wardrobe. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 17 July 2026

Overall, this soundbar is an entry-level upgrade for users who want a little more oomph than their TV natively provides. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 16 July 2026

What’s more, the studded details are so chic and the Tory Burch logo gives it that extra oomph. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 13 July 2026

At 6-foot-5 and a lithe 205 pounds, many scouts forecast Flora to add some oomph to his 96-98 mph heater. — Chuck Murr, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

imitative of a sound made under exertion

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined at sense 1