Void Definition & Meaning

void
adjective
  1. lacking any legal or binding force; "null and void"
  2. containing nothing; "the earth was without form, and void"
noun
  1. the state of nonexistence
  2. an empty area or space; "the huge desert voids"; "the emptiness of outer space"; "without their support he'll be ruling in a vacuum"
verb
  1. declare invalid; "The contract was annulled"; "void a plea"
  2. clear (a room, house, place) of occupants or empty or clear (a place or receptacle) of something; "The chemist voided the glass bottle"; "The concert hall was voided of the audience"
  3. take away the legal force of or render ineffective; "invalidate a contract"
  4. excrete or discharge from the body

"Void" in song lyrics

See how void is used in real songs:

  • "I leave this track destroyed a blackened void"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Apathy, Celph Titled — Yell at Us
  • "And sappy ballads couldn't fill the void"
    Aesop Rock — Maintenance
  • "And fill the void"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — Caught in a Verse

Usage tips for "void"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "void" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for void to find words that pair well.

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