Spell Bee Word: devious

Basic Details

Word: Devoid

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Completely lacking or empty of something.

Synonyms: Lacking, empty, bereft

Antonyms: Full, abundant, filled

Idioms and Phrases

1. Devoid of joy: Completely lacking happiness or excitement. Example: "After the news, the room felt devoid of joy."
2. Devoid of meaning: Having no significance or importance. Example: "The speech was devoid of meaning, leaving the audience confused."

Usage Examples

Example 1: The landscape was devoid of trees, creating a stark and barren view.

Example 2: His expression was devoid of any emotion, making it hard to tell how he felt.

Example 3: The cupboard was devoid of food, so we had to go shopping immediately.

Fun Fact

The word "devoid" comes from the Old French word "deveoir," which means to empty. It has been used in English since the 15th century.

Famous Quote

"A mind is a terrible thing to waste; it is devoid of value if not used." Anonymous

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "devoid" mean?

a) Full of something
b) Completely lacking
c) Partially filled
d) A little messy

Answer: b) Completely lacking

2. Which of these is a synonym of "devoid"?

a) Full
b) Abundant
c) Lacking
d) Overflowing

Answer: c) Lacking

3. Which sentence uses "devoid" correctly?

a) The garden was devoid of flowers in the winter.
b) The artist was devoid when painting.
c) The story was devoid happiness.
d) The box was devoid with toys.

Answer: a) The garden was devoid of flowers in the winter.

4. Which idiom means the same as "devoid of joy"?

a) Devoid of meaning
b) As light as a feather
c) Feeling blue
d) Walking on air

Answer: c) Feeling blue

5. What is the opposite of "devoid"?

a) Empty
b) N/A
c) Lacking
d) Full

Answer: d) Full