vampy

adjective

ˈvam-pē How to pronounce vampy (audio)
vampier; vampiest
Synonyms of vampynext
: of or relating to a vamp : vampish
also : risqué
a vampy minidress

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While pieces fashioned from metal, including brass and iron, are an obvious choice, the motif can also take shape in bright colors, swirling abstract glass, or more vampy furniture–see, House of Hackney’s black velvet chair. — Hannah Coates, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2026 Flowers tucked into her hair softened the look, while vampy makeup took the gothic energy to the next level. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 27 Sep. 2026 The look was gothic but sharp, leaning into a sort of vampy but feminine aesthetic rather than something that was true grunge. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026 Circled by a verdant reproduction of an enchanted forest, and dressed in a black swan-like two-piece by Ann Demeulemeester, Zardoya held the audience captive with her purring soprano and vampy stare. — Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vampy

Word History

Etymology

vamp entry 1 + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vampy was in 1949

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“Vampy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vampy. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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