Definitions and Examples of empty, null, void
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
empty
Containing nothing; not filled or occupied.
Example
The room was empty of furniture, and it echoed with every step.
Having no legal or binding force; invalid.
Example
The contract was declared null and void because it was signed under duress.
Completely empty; having no legal effect.
Example
The check was void because it was post-dated and had insufficient funds.
Key Differences: empty vs null vs void
- 1Empty describes a space or container that has nothing in it.
- 2Null describes something that has no legal or binding force.
- 3Void describes something that is completely empty or has no legal effect.
Effective Usage of empty, null, void
- 1Computer Science: Use null to represent a non-existent value in programming languages.
- 2Legal Documents: Use void to invalidate a contract or agreement.
- 3Real Estate: Use empty to describe a property that has no occupants or furnishings.
Remember this!
The antonyms of nonempty describe the absence or lack of something. Empty describes a space or container that has nothing in it, null describes something that has no legal or binding force, and void describes something that is completely empty or has no legal effect. These words can be used in computer science, legal documents, and real estate contexts.