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Meaning of devoid
The primary meaning of the word "devoid" is lacking or completely without something.
Etymology of devoid
The word "devoid" comes from the Old French word "devoidier", which is derived from "de-" (meaning "without" or "lacking") and "void" (meaning "empty" or "hollow")
The word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something or someone that is completely lacking or without something
Synonyms
empty
vacant
bare
barren
desolate
devoid
destitute
lacking
bereft
vacant
hollow
uninspiring
uninteresting
dull
lifeless
sterile
uninhabited
unfurnished
unoccupied
deserted
abandoned
forlorn
isolated
lonely
stark
bleak
harsh
grim
dismal
dreary
gloomy
somber
mournful
dismal
cheerless
joyless
hopeless
empty-handed
fruitless
unproductive
ineffectual
ineffective
useless
worthless
futile
idle
inactive
inert
stagnant
motionless
still
quiet
silent
soundless
noiseless
unmoving
unchanging
static
fixed
rigid
immobile
stationary
barren
infertile
unfruitful
dry
arid
parched
waterless
desiccated
dehydrated
Definitions
- Completely lacking or without something, especially a quality or characteristic
- Having no part or share of something
Usage Examples
- The area was devoid of any vegetation due to the harsh climate
- The room was devoid of any furniture or decorations
- The company was devoid of any real leadership or direction
Antonyms
full
complete
entire
whole
total
absolute
perfect
intact
unbroken
uninterrupted
continuous
filled
crowded
packed
teeming
overflowing
abundant
plentiful
rich
fertile
productive
effective
useful
valuable
fruitful
successful
thriving
prosperous
booming
lively
vibrant
dynamic
energetic
active
moving
changing
progressing