devoid
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for devoid, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Completely lacking in something; empty of a particular quality.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use devoid
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
devoid of emotion
devoid of meaning
completely devoid
Etymology
From obsolete Middle English devoiden, "to empty out," from Old French desvuidier, "to empty."
Full origin of devoid →Frequently asked questions
What does “devoid” mean?
The word “devoid” means completely lacking in something; empty of a particular quality. In plain terms, totally without something — always followed by "of.".
How do you pronounce “devoid”?
“Devoid” is pronounced dih-VOYD (/dɪˈvɔɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “devoid” in a sentence?
Here is “devoid” used in a sentence: “The room was devoid of any personal touches.”
What part of speech is “devoid”?
“Devoid” is an adjective.
Where does the word “devoid” come from?
The word “devoid” comes from Old French. From obsolete Middle English devoiden, "to empty out," from Old French desvuidier, "to empty.".
Is “devoid” a common word?
“Devoid” is an uncommon word in modern English.
