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EMPTY WORDS Synonyms

There are 12 synonyms of the phrase empty words. (exact relations)
There are 5 hypernyms of the phrase empty words. (close relations)
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Best Alternative Words for EMPTY WORDS

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futile
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• producing no result or effect

• unproductive of success

hollow
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not solid; having a space or gap or cavity

noun

• a cavity or space in something

• a small valley between mountains

• a depression hollowed out of solid matter

adjective satellite

• as if echoing in a hollow space

• devoid of significance or force

• lacking in substance or character

verb

• remove the inner part or the core of

• remove the interior of

idle
verb, adjectivev, adj
adjective

• not in action or at work

noun

• the state of an engine or other mechanism that is idling

adjective satellite

• without a basis in reason or fact

• not in active use

• silly or trivial

• lacking a sense of restraint or responsibility

• not yielding a return

• not having a job

verb

• run disconnected or idle

• be idle; exist in a changeless situation

insincere
adjectiveadj
adjective

• lacking sincerity

meaningless
adjectiveadj
adjective

• having no meaning or direction or purpose

adjective satellite

• producing no result or effect

vacant
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• without an occupant or incumbent

• devoid of intelligence or thought

vain
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

• unproductive of success

vapid
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• lacking taste or flavor or tang

• lacking significance or liveliness or spirit or zest

palaver
verb, nounv, n
noun

• flattery intended to persuade

• loud and confused and empty talk

verb

• speak (about unimportant matters) rapidly and incessantly

• influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering

• have a lengthy discussion, usually between people of different backgrounds

rhetoric
nounn
noun

• using language effectively to please or persuade

• high-flown style; excessive use of verbal ornamentation

• loud and confused and empty talk

• study of the technique and rules for using language effectively (especially in public speaking)

empty talk
nounn
noun

• loud and confused and empty talk

hot air
nounn
noun

• air that has been heated and tends to rise

• loud and confused and empty talk

Best Hypernyms For EMPTY WORDS

Here is a list of related hypernyms for empty words, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (5)
bunk hokum meaninglessness nonsense nonsensicality

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