oomph
noun/ʊmf/
Frequency rank: #18,410 most common English word
Meaning
a quality of energy, excitement, or forceful impact that makes something more effective or appealing.
Example sentence
The new marketing campaign gave the brand just enough oomph to attract younger customers.
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