A2adjective 1K

Empty

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈempti/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈempti/"]/

Meaning of Empty

with no people or things inside

In simple words: Having nothing inside it.

Empty in a sentence

• The box was empty, so I decided to fill it with toys.
• After eating all the cookies, the jar is now empty.
• He felt so empty inside after his friend moved away.
• The streets were empty during the late-night hours.
• Her speech sounded empty; it lacked any real meaning.
• The glass was empty, and she wanted some water.
• The room felt empty without any furniture.
• He stared at the empty page, searching for inspiration.

How to use Empty

Use 'empty' to describe physical spaces, containers, or feelings. It may not be appropriate for formal writing when referring to more abstract concepts like 'empty promises'.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'M.T.'—like an empty gas tank, as in 'M.T. means empty'.

Related words

Collocations with Empty

• appear
• be
• feel
• completely
• entirely
• quite
• of
• appear
• be
• feel
• completely
• entirely
• quite
• of

Synonyms for Empty

• hollow

Opposites of Empty

• full
• occupied
• loaded

Common mistakes with Empty

• Using 'emptied' instead of 'empty' for describing a current state.
• Saying 'an emptyness' instead of 'emptiness' when referring to the state of being empty.

Frequently asked questions about Empty

What does Empty mean?

Having nothing inside it.

What is the definition of Empty?

with no people or things inside

How do you use Empty in a sentence?

The box was empty, so I decided to fill it with toys.

Can you give another example of Empty?

After eating all the cookies, the jar is now empty.

What are synonyms for Empty?

Common alternatives include hollow.

What is the opposite of Empty?

Opposite meanings include full, occupied, loaded.

What words go with Empty?

It commonly pairs with appear, be, feel, completely, entirely, quite, of, appear, be, feel, completely, entirely, quite, of.

What are common mistakes when using Empty?

Using 'emptied' instead of 'empty' for describing a current state. Saying 'an emptyness' instead of 'emptiness' when referring to the state of being empty.

How do you pronounce Empty?

US: /["/ˈempti/"]/, UK: /["/ˈempti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Empty?

Use 'empty' to describe physical spaces, containers, or feelings. It may not be appropriate for formal writing when referring to more abstract concepts like 'empty promises'.

What CEFR level is Empty?

"Empty" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.