Definitions and Examples of empty, deplete, exhaust
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
empty
Containing nothing; not filled or occupied.
Example
The fridge was empty, so I went to the grocery store to buy some food.
To use up or consume a resource or supply.
Example
The company's profits were depleted after a series of bad investments.
To use up completely; to drain of all resources or energy.
Example
After running a marathon, he was completely exhausted and needed to rest.
Key Differences: empty vs deplete vs exhaust
- 1Empty describes a state of having nothing inside or being without contents.
- 2Deplete means to use up or consume a resource or supply gradually.
- 3Exhaust means to use up completely or drain of all resources or energy.
Effective Usage of empty, deplete, exhaust
- 1Environmental Science: Use deplete to describe the gradual reduction of natural resources.
- 2Household Chores: Use empty to describe containers that need to be refilled.
- 3Physical Activities: Use exhaust to describe the feeling of being completely drained after intense exercise.
Remember this!
The antonyms of replenish are empty, deplete, and exhaust. Empty describes a state of having nothing inside, deplete means to use up or consume a resource or supply gradually, and exhaust means to use up completely or drain of all resources or energy. These words can be used in various contexts such as environmental science, household chores, and physical activities.
