Definitions

1. verb

to make someone or something seem attractive or appealing by exploiting their desires or emotions, often in a way that is manipulative or insincere.

“The company vampirized the emotions of its customers by using sentimental advertising to sell its products.”

2. verb

to obtain something, especially money or power, by exploiting or manipulating others.

“The corrupt politician was accused of vampirizing the country’s resources for personal gain.”