Meaning & Definition of word "Devoid"
Devoid
/dɪˈvɔɪd/
adjective:
- 1. Completely lacking or empty of something.
- Example: The landscape was devoid of any vegetation, stretching endlessly in barren silence.
- 2. Having no particular quality or attribute.
- Example: Her expression was devoid of emotion, making it hard to decipher her feelings.
- 3. Entirely lacking in something that is expected or required.
- Example: The report was devoid of any substantial evidence to support the claims made.
Etymology
●From Latin 'de-‘ meaning ‘from’ + 'void' meaning ‘empty’.
Common Phrases and Expressions
devoid of meaning:
Without significance or importance.
devoid of life:
Completely empty or lifeless.
devoid of emotion:
Showing no feelings or sentiments.
Related Words
devoidness:
The quality of being without something.
void:
A state of emptiness or nullity.
Slang Meanings of devoid
Meaning: Totally out of it.
● Example Sentence: After the breakup, he felt totally devoid.
Meaning: Empty-headed.
● Example Sentence: Don't be so devoid when answering questions!