Top synonyms for “empty”: abandon, discharge, empty-bellied, evacuate, hollow, vacate, vacuous, void, and 21 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)a container that has been emptied“return all empties to the store”
- (verb)excrete or discharge from the body
- (verb)become empty or void of its content“The room emptied”
- (verb)make void or empty of contents“Empty the box”
- (verb)remove“Empty the water”
- (verb)leave behind empty; move out of“You must vacate your office by tonight”
- (adjective)holding or containing nothing“an empty glass”
- (adjective)emptied of emotion“after the violent argument he felt empty”
- (adjective)needing nourishment“after skipped lunch the men were empty by suppertime”
- (adjective)devoid of significance or force“empty promises”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "empty"?
Common synonyms for "empty" include abandon, discharge, empty-bellied, evacuate, hollow, vacate. Our thesaurus lists 29 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "empty"?
Antonyms for "empty" include fill, full. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "empty" mean?
a container that has been emptied Example: "return all empties to the store"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
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