oomph

noun

ˈu̇m(p)f

Synonyms of oomph

: personal charm or magnetism : glamour

: sex appeal

: punch, vitality

Examples of oomph in a Sentence

The plot of the story lacks oomph. The truck doesn't have the oomph to haul the boat.

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The attacks looked cool, but there was no oomph to any of his swings. — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 8 June 2026 Here are six ways to give some oomph to that tiny bedroom or bathroom with paint. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 30 May 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 Those with straight manes would do well to sleep in a bun or braids for a little extra oomph—the organic texture is the whole point. — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for oomph

Word History

Etymology

imitative of a sound made under exertion

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of oomph was in 1930

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