void
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for void, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Completely empty; containing nothing.
Synonyms
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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.
How to use void
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French voide, "empty," ultimately from Latin vacuus ("empty") — related to "vacuum" and "vacant."
Full origin of void →Frequently asked questions
What does “void” mean?
The word “void” means completely empty; containing nothing. In plain terms, empty, or legally invalid — or, as a noun, an empty gap left by something missing.
How do you pronounce “void”?
“Void” is pronounced voyd (/vɔɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “void” in a sentence?
Here is “void” used in a sentence: “The old warehouse stood void and silent.”
What part of speech is “void”?
Depending on how it is used, “void” can be an adjective, a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “void” come from?
The word “void” comes from Latin. From Old French voide, "empty," ultimately from Latin vacuus ("empty") — related to "vacuum" and "vacant.".
Is “void” a common word?
“Void” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “void” have?
“Void” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: completely empty; containing nothing.
What is the difference between void and voidable?
A void agreement has no legal force from the outset and cannot be enforced by anyone. A voidable agreement is valid and enforceable unless one of the parties exercises a right to cancel it. In short, void means never effective, while voidable means effective until it is canceled.