noun Uncommon

emptiness

Emptiness (noun) means the state of containing nothing; being empty. Example: “The emptiness of the warehouse echoed with every footstep.”

noun

The state of containing nothing; being empty.

"The emptiness of the warehouse echoed with every footstep."

A feeling of hollowness or lack of meaning, sometimes linked to sadness or loneliness.

"After the divorce, she was left with a deep sense of emptiness."

How to use emptiness

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishBeing physically empty, or feeling hollow and without purpose emotionally.

Common pairings

feeling of emptiness sense of emptiness

Word forms

emptinesses plural

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Etymology

From empty + -ness.

Synonyms

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Rhymes for emptiness

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Frequently asked questions

What does “emptiness” mean?

The word “emptiness” means the state of containing nothing; being empty. In plain terms, being physically empty, or feeling hollow and without purpose emotionally.

How do you use “emptiness” in a sentence?

Here is “emptiness” used in a sentence: “The emptiness of the warehouse echoed with every footstep.”

What part of speech is “emptiness”?

“Emptiness” is a noun.

Is “emptiness” a common word?

“Emptiness” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “emptiness” have?

“Emptiness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the state of containing nothing; being empty.

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