Synonyms for

Vamp

Verb / væmp / Another word for vamp — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to improvise or ad-lib music, or to revive an old or outdated trend or fashion

Synonyms & similar words

prickteaser revamp tease vamper minx coquette flirt vampup improvise ad-lib extemporize revive renew restore resurrect reintroduce reinstate rekindle reawaken rejuvenate recycle rehash rework update modernize refresh

Example sentences

  1. She had to vamp her presentation when the slides wouldn't work.
  2. The fashion industry tends to vamp old styles every few decades.
  3. He had to vamp for time during the interview when he couldn't think of an answer.
  4. The director asked the actors to vamp during the technical difficulties.
  5. The musician decided to vamp the ending of the song for a few extra minutes.

Quotes

  • "I'm a jazz vamp," said the wolf. "I'm the beat in your feet, the swing in your thing."
  • "I can vamp anything. Give me a character, give me a situation, give me a line."
  • "The ability to vamp is an art form."

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