noun
- mythical creatures that are said to rise from the dead and drink human blood to survive
- people who exploit or prey upon others, especially by draining their resources or energy
Usage: folklore; mythology
Usage: figurative
Examples
- The old castle was said to be haunted by vampires.
- Dracula is one of the most famous vampires in literature.
- The movie featured vampires that could transform into bats.
- She called her demanding boss an energy vampire.
- The documentary explored vampire legends from different cultures.
- Some people believe vampires cannot cross running water.
- He accused the company of being corporate vampires.