The Opposite(Antonym) of “full”
The antonym of full is empty, vacant, and incomplete. The antonyms empty and vacant describe a lack of content or occupancy, while incomplete refers to something that is not finished or lacks necessary parts.
Explore all Antonyms of “full”
- vacant
- incomplete
- empty
Definitions and Examples of empty, vacant, incomplete
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
empty
Containing nothing; not filled or occupied.
Example
The bottle was empty after he drank all the water.
Not currently occupied or in use; available for use.
Example
The hotel room was vacant because no one had booked it yet.
Not having all the necessary parts or not finished.
Example
The report was incomplete because she forgot to include the conclusion.
Key Differences: empty vs vacant vs incomplete
- 1Empty describes a lack of content or occupancy, while vacant describes a lack of occupancy only.
- 2Incomplete refers to something that is not finished or lacks necessary parts.
Effective Usage of empty, vacant, incomplete
- 1Describing Objects: Use empty and vacant to describe spaces or containers that are not filled or occupied.
- 2Completing Tasks: Use incomplete to describe tasks or projects that need more work to be finished.
- 3Making Reservations: Use vacant to inquire about available spaces or rooms.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Empty describes a lack of content or occupancy, vacant describes a lack of occupancy only, and incomplete refers to something that is not finished or lacks necessary parts. Use these words to describe objects, complete tasks, and make reservations.
