vamped

verb

past tense of vamp
as in teased

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for vamped
  1. teased
  2. razzed
  3. ribbed
  4. kidded
  5. flirted
  6. toyed
  7. put on
  8. trifled
Verb
  • The launch is the inaugural step in Shiseido’s bigger strategy of building a credible reputation in fragrances for Max Mara, as executives teased other launches are on the way.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • In previous materials released for season 2, Noizumi and Green teased Mizu’s continuing adventures.
    — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of teased
Verb
  • Then someone razzed Michael Soroka, the right-handed pitcher from Calgary, and everyone laughed.
    — Devon Henderson, New York Times, 23 Feb. 2026
  • In Philly, where Moyer arrived as a 43-year-old, his teammates razzed him constantly.
    — Hannah Keyser, CNN Money, 21 Dec. 2025
Definition of razzed
Verb
  • Mussel shells can be smooth or ribbed with concentric ridges.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Its vintage ribbed texture and matching glass tray impart a homey but modern feel to any kitchen.
    — Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of ribbed
Verb
  • Naturally, Kelly gets kidded about that as well.
    — Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 June 2026
  • When Curt Cignetti was hired just more than two years ago, it was considered a smart move by the athletic department, but no one kidded themselves that Indiana was some sort of raucous fan sleeper cell just waiting to be activated.
    — Will Leitch, New York Times, 13 Jan. 2026
Definition of kidded
Verb
  • The president has repeatedly flirted with broadening the assault, hoping yet another round of bombardment might force Iran to yield.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Walsh flirted with the 50-meter butterfly world record and took gold, with Douglass finishing in silver position.
    — Peter Baugh, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of flirted
Verb
  • The pair even toyed around with the idea of a potential collaboration.
    — Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
  • Four years later — after the Broncos had toyed unsuccessfully with finding his replacement — Morton teamed with a new coach, his former Cowboys teammate Dan Reeves.
    — Pat Graham, Chicago Tribune, 12 May 2026
Definition of toyed
Verb
  • The Martinez case was filed in March of this year, and WTO lawyers were immediately put on that case.
    — Brian Maass, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • If possible, practice getting your pet into its carrier, putting on a leash or harness and loading into the car.
    — Melanie Marshall, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of put on
Verb
  • Meek lives with her dad, Smooch (Will Cobbs), a former Black Panther who now runs a roller rink, and her not-to-be-trifled-with grandma, Puddin (Lizan Mitchell).
    — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
Definition of trifled
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“Vamped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vamped. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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