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Definition of vampy

vampy

/ˈvæm.pi/
vam · py
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• adjective

1

Characterized by a darkly glamorous, seductive, or sultry style reminiscent of a femme fatale or vampire, especially in fashion and makeup.

Example

"For the autumn gala, the actress wore a vampy velvet gown paired with deep burgundy lipstick."

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• Rhymes for vampy

• Nearby Words

vampire tetra
vampiric
vampirism
vampy
vamsadhara
van
vanadzor

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century from 'vamp' (a clipped form of 'vampire' popularized by early silent film archetypes of the femme fatale) combined with the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vampy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vampy
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