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In some senses, oomph is marked as informal. Watch for register when choosing this word.
oomph
/ʊmf/
noun 3verb 1
Collocations
3ADJ.
enough
VERB + OOMPH
lack
PREP.
with
Definitions
noun
1
Strength, power, passion or effectiveness; clout.
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."
2
Sex appeal.
'Come to think of it, the girl looked a bit like Ann,' Jerry reflected. 'Foxy, know what I mean? Garbo eyes, lots of oomph.'
3
A bassy grunting or thudding sound.
verb
1
To produce a bassy grunting or thudding sound.
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Use a mild cleanser, but pick something with enough oomph to do the job.
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"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."
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