empty
When used as an adjective, the word oscillates between a literal physical state and a psychological or moral void. In its concrete sense, it describes a spatial vacuum where a vessel lacks its intended contents, creating a sense of absence or readiness to be filled.
In a figurative sense, it characterizes a lack of substance or integrity. This is frequently applied to communication, such as words or gestures, that possess the form of meaning but lack the underlying truth or intent, rendering the expression hollow or fraudulent.
💬Casual Conversation
Leo, did you empty the dishwasher or are you just lagging?
Leo, did you empty the dishwasher or are you just lagging?
chill. i'm literally in a match, don't throw.
chill. i'm literally in a match, don't throw.
Meanings
Collocations & Compounds
empty vessel
a person who talks a lot but lacks knowledge
He is an empty vessel who makes the most noise.
empty threats
warnings that the speaker has no intention of acting upon
The manager made empty threats about firing the staff.
empty calories
calories from foods with little nutritional value
Soda provides nothing but empty calories.
completely empty
totally void of contents
The bottle was completely empty after the party.
empty space
an area containing nothing
There is a large empty space in the middle of the room.
Phrasal Verbs
empty out
to remove everything from a container
She emptied out her purse to find the keys.