noun

inanition

Inanition (noun) means the act of removing the contents of something; the state of being empty.

noun

The act of removing the contents of something; the state of being empty.

A state of advanced lack of adequate nutrition, food, or water or a physiological inability to utilize them, with resulting weakness.

A spiritual emptiness or lack of purpose or will to live, akin to nausea in existentialist philosophy.

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Etymology

From Middle English inanicioun, borrowed from Old French inanition, itself borrowed from Late Latin inānītio, from inānīre (“to make empty”), from inānis (“empty, vain”); see inane.

Rhymes for inanition

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of inanition?

"inanition" (noun) means the act of removing the contents of something; the state of being empty.

What are the different meanings of inanition?

"inanition" has 3 main meanings: 1. The act of removing the contents of something; the state of being empty; 2. A state of advanced lack of adequate nutrition, food, or water or a physiological inability to utilize them, with resulting weakness; 3. A spiritual emptiness or lack of purpose or will to live, akin to nausea in existentialist philosophy.