devoid

[dɪˈvɔɪd]

devoid Definition

  • 1entirely lacking or free from
  • 2empty; vacant

Using devoid: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "devoid" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The room was devoid of furniture.

  • Example

    His speech was devoid of any substance.

  • Example

    The garden was devoid of any flowers.

  • Example

    The book was devoid of any useful information.

devoid Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for devoid

Phrases with devoid

  • lacking any emotional expression or feeling

    Example

    He spoke in a monotone voice, devoid of emotion.

  • lacking any significant or understandable purpose or message

    Example

    The painting was abstract and devoid of any discernible meaning.

  • lacking any distinctive or interesting qualities

    Example

    The new building was functional but devoid of character.

Origins of devoid

from Old French 'devoider', meaning 'to empty out'

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Summary: devoid in Brief

'Devoid' [dɪˈvɔɪd] is an adjective that describes something that is entirely lacking or free from something else. It can be used to describe a lack of physical objects, as in 'The room was devoid of furniture,' or a lack of substance, as in 'His speech was devoid of any substance.' Other phrases include 'devoid of emotion,' 'devoid of meaning,' and 'devoid of character.'

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