devoid of — completely lacking or without a particular quality or thing
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: completely lacking or without a particular quality or thing
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈvɔɪd ʌv/
Example Sentences
- My fridge is completely devoid of food, except for one sad pickle.
- This textbook is devoid of any interesting examples.
- His face was devoid of expression when he saw the huge bill.
devoid of
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈvɔɪd ʌv/]
completely lacking or without a particular quality or thing
The abandoned mansion was completely devoid of furniture, sound, or life.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'devoidier' meaning 'to empty completely', ultimately related to Latin 'vacuus' meaning 'empty'.
Breakdown
de- (completely, intensive) + void (empty, from Latin vacuus)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My fridge is completely devoid of food, except for one sad pickle.”
“This textbook is devoid of any interesting examples.”
“His face was devoid of expression when he saw the huge bill.”
“The desert landscape was devoid of any vegetation.”
“My Monday mornings are devoid of energy and full of coffee.”
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