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devoid

//dɪˈvɔɪd//
English Definition
Entirely lacking.
中文释义
缺乏的;全无的
Example Sentence

The minimalist painting was devoid of any decorative elements, relying solely on stark geometric shapes for effect.

这幅极简主义绘画没有任何装饰元素,仅依靠鲜明的几何形状来产生效果。

Synonyms
lacking empty bare
Antonyms
full replete
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
de- + void(空) → 空无。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “devoid”?

  1. A Entirely lacking.
  2. B Easily shaped; adaptable.
  3. C Selfless concern for others.
  4. D Deceitful double-dealing.
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A — Entirely lacking.. “devoid” means Entirely lacking..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “Entirely lacking.”?

  1. A duplicity
  2. B altruism
  3. C devoid
  4. D malleable
Show answer

C — devoid. “devoid” means Entirely lacking..

Common questions about “devoid”

What does “devoid” mean?

devoid — Entirely lacking.. In Chinese: 缺乏的;全无的.

How do you pronounce “devoid”?

devoid is pronounced //dɪˈvɔɪd//.

How is “devoid” used in a sentence?

The minimalist painting was devoid of any decorative elements, relying solely on stark geometric shapes for effect. (这幅极简主义绘画没有任何装饰元素,仅依靠鲜明的几何形状来产生效果。)

What are synonyms for “devoid”?

lacking, empty, bare — all close in meaning to devoid (Entirely lacking.).

What is the opposite of “devoid”?

full, replete — each the opposite of devoid (Entirely lacking.).

Is “devoid” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. devoid is on the SAT Prep Difficult list — the higher-register words that decide the hard questions. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “devoid”?

de- + void(空) → 空无。

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