devoid
Translation
lacking, without, empty of
Examples
The landscape was devoid of any colour.
The landscape was devoid of any color.
His face was devoid of all emotion.
His face was devoid of all emotion.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) to be completely lacking in (sth.) The landscape was devoid of any color.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lacking, without, bereft of; Antonyms: full of, replete with
Etymology
From Old French 'desvuidier' (to empty out), from 'de-' (away) + 'void' (empty).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'void' or an empty space. 'Devoid of' means something is completely empty of a particular quality.