Meaning & Definition of word "Vacant"

Vacant

/ˈveɪ.kənt/

adjective:

  • 1. Not filled, occupied, or in use; empty.
    • Example: The apartment has been vacant for several months.
  • 2. Having no fixtures, furniture, or inhabitants; bare.
    • Example: After the family moved out, the house remained vacant and unfurnished.
  • 3. Free from activity or engagement; unoccupied.
    • Example: There were several vacant seats in the theater.
  • 4. Lacking thought, expression, or meaning; blank.
    • Example: She stared at him with a vacant look, not understanding what he meant.

Etymology

From Latin 'vacans', meaning 'being empty or unoccupied'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

vacant lot:

An empty piece of land where no building stands.

vacant stare:

A look indicating lack of understanding or thought.

vacant position:

A job or role that is currently unfilled.

Related Words

vacancy:

The state of being vacant or unoccupied.

vacate:

To leave a place that was previously occupied.

Slang Meanings of vacant

Meaning: Mindless or oblivious.

Example Sentence: After that long day, I felt totally vacant.

Meaning: Empty-headed; lacking smarts.

Example Sentence: Don't be so vacant, pay attention!