oomph

Definitions

1. Strength, power, passion or effectiveness; clout.
   informal, uncountable
2. Sex appeal.
   informal, uncountable
3. A bassy grunting or thudding sound.
   countable

Equivalents

Examples

“Use⟳ a mild cleanser, but pick⟳ something with enough oomph to do the job.”

“"Yes, well they're finding it difficult, sir. They are afflicted with a certain lassitude. They're just finding it hard to get⟳ behind the job. They lack oomph."”

“Adding layers of texture to a cookie by folding in ground-down bits of goodness is one of our favorite ways to pack⟳ a big punch, but you need⟳ to choose⟳ your fighter wisely. If you pick⟳ something too smooth, your cookie won't gain⟳ any oomph, and if you choose⟳ something too flavorful, your cookie may end⟳ up overwhelming (sorry, Flamin' Hot Cheetos).”

“'Come⟳ to think⟳ of it, the girl looked a bit like⟳ Ann,' Jerry reflected. 'Foxy, know⟳ what I mean⟳? Garbo eyes, lots of oomph.'”

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