Definition

A mythical creature that is said to rise from the dead at night and drink the blood of living people.

Example

In the story, the vampire lurked in the shadows, waiting for its next victim.

Conversation

Have you ever read a book about a vampire?

Yeah, I read one last month, it was really thrilling!

I love how they always make the vampire so mysterious and charming.

Exactly! It adds a whole new layer to the story.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vampire → The word 'vampire' originates from the French 'vampyre', which itself comes from the Hungarian 'vampir', meaning a creature that drinks blood. The term is associated with folklore about the undead who sustain themselves by consuming the life force of the living.

Memory Tip

Imagine a creature that 'drinks blood' — that's what a vampire does, and the word comes from a Hungarian term for this very being.

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