What is another word for Vampirism?

Pronunciation: [vˈampa͡ɪ͡əɹˌɪzəm] (IPA)

Vampirism, the practice or belief of being a vampire or having the characteristics of one, can also be referred to as vampiric, blood-sucking, or nocturnal behavior. Other synonyms for vampirism include parasitism, leeching or feeding off others, and predation. Similarly, a person who exhibits vampiric behavior can also be referred to as a vampire, bloodsucker, parasite, or predator. Some other related terms include sanguinarianism, which specifically refers to the belief in drinking blood for sustenance, and psychic vampirism, which refers to the draining of energy or emotions from others.

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What are the hypernyms for Vampirism?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Vampirism

Belief in Vampirism is sheer lunacy.
"Doom of the House of Duryea"
Earl Peirce
You must know of that curse-that curse of Vampirism which is supposed to have followed the Duryeas through five centuries of French history, but which we can dispel as pure superstition, so often connected with ancient families.
"Doom of the House of Duryea"
Earl Peirce
Would there not be hope-if he battled with that-put that Vampirism behind?
"She Buildeth Her House"
Will Comfort

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