English · Adjectives

empty

/ˈemp.ti/

[/ˈemp.ti/]

containing nothing

Beginneradjective

Definition

Having nothing inside; not containing anything.

Example

The fridge was empty, so we had to order food for dinner.

The fridge was empty, so we had to order food for dinner.

Etymology

From Old English 'aemettig' (at leisure, vacant).

How & Where It’s Used

Describes containers, rooms, and feelings.

Watch “containing nothing” pronunciation on YouTube
statequantity

Related Terms