oomph

noun

ˈu̇m(p)f How to pronounce oomph (audio)
Definition of oomphnext
1
as in vigor
active strength of body or mind still had the oomph to pass other runners in the homestretch

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2
as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction a supermodel with the kind of oomph to make you want to run out and buy the perfume

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Recent Examples of oomph This should provide enough oomph (with upscaling tech) to play moderately demanding PC games on your TV. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 22 June 2026 The Ariane 6 got some extra oomph on this flight from four strap-on, solid-propellant P160C boosters. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 17 June 2026 The Guardians need to focus on themselves and how to squeeze more out of a lineup that, like last year, lacks oomph. — Zack Meisel, New York Times, 11 June 2026 The attacks looked cool, but there was no oomph to any of his swings. — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for oomph
Recent Examples of Synonyms for oomph
  1. vigor
  2. appeal
  3. energy
  4. charm
  5. juice
  6. attractiveness
  7. pep
  8. fascination
Noun
  • Reading these two new plays this year, I was struck by the stylistic vigor and structural fluidity.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • The Wahl brothers shared a vigor for learning about different cultures through similar avenues.
    — PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
Definition of vigor
Noun
  • Hacky sack’s revival is digital in its distribution and analog in its appeal.
    — Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026
  • His public appeal came after Russia bombarded Kyiv with drones and missiles in another deadly attack at the start of the week.
    — Tiago Ventura, Time, 8 July 2026
Definition of appeal
Noun
  • That raised concerns that the region could tip back into a war that would engulf several countries and could halt energy shipments through the strait that are crucial for the global economy.
    — Jon Gambrell, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • Things also remain precarious in the Strait of Hormuz – and experts say the latest attacks likely won’t remove Iran’s ability to threaten shipping in one of the world’s most important energy arteries.
    — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
Definition of energy
Noun
  • Halloween fairy garden mini house decor to tuck into your outdoor garden for a low-effort, high-charm accent.
    — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 July 2026
  • The laziness of the old-fashioned suitcase switcheroo device is part of the movie’s charm.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of charm
Noun
  • The other parts include a vegetarian, fat-free diet, three juices (carrot, carrot and apple, and a green juice) and supplements.
    — Shelby Hartman, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
  • Multiple margaritas make the menu, and Sharp differentiates them with fresh watermelon juice in one and hibiscus in another.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
Definition of juice
Noun
  • Owners can enhance their business's attractiveness by packaging existing services into ongoing agreements, transforming it into a more predictable and transferable asset for sale.
    — Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • The body-hugging jean aligns with the viral phenomenon centered on maximizing physical attractiveness through deliberate changes to appearance, grooming, fitness, style and medical procedures.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026
Definition of attractiveness
Noun
  • With his arms wide and his steps full of pep, Robert Prince took off toward the corner of the Falcons’ practice field like a kid racing to the ice cream truck on a hot summer day.
    — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 4 July 2026
  • One of them is live for just one day, so be sure to put some pep in your step while shopping the sales online.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 2 July 2026
Definition of pep
Noun
  • From this space emerges the witch, a symbol of collective female strength and a figure through whom fascination and fear continue to be explored.
    — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 July 2026
  • Fans want to feel as close to the objects of their fascination as possible.
    — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 8 July 2026
Definition of fascination

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“Oomph.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/oomph. Accessed 15 Jul. 2026.

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