Meaning & Definition of word "Void"

Void

/vɔɪd/

1. A completely empty space.
- Example: The room appeared as a void, lacking any furniture or decor.
2. A feeling of emptiness or loss.
- Example: After her departure, a void filled his life that was hard to overcome.

1. To nullify or invalidate; to make something void.
- Example: The contract was voided after both parties agreed to its termination.
2. To vacate or leave a position empty.
- Example: He decided to void his seat for the upcoming meeting.

1. Having no legal force or effect; null.
- Example: The agreement was declared void by the judge due to lack of consent.
2. Empty or containing nothing; unfilled.
- Example: The void space in the box indicated that it had been used for storage.

Middle English, from Old French 'void', from Latin 'vacuus' meaning empty.

void of:

Lacking or devoid of a certain quality.

in a void:

In a state of emptiness or isolation.

void where prohibited:

A legal term indicating that something is invalid in certain areas.

vacuum:

A space entirely devoid of matter.

null:

Having no value or existence.

empty:

Containing nothing; not filled.

Meaning: A disconnect or emotional emptiness.

Example Sentence: After the breakup, he felt totally void.

Meaning: A situation that lacks substance or meaning.

Example Sentence: That party was a total void; nothing interesting happened.