Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Empty”
Having nothing inside; not filled with anything or anyone.
Word Family of Empty
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The empty cup sat on the kitchen table after she finished drinking. A1
- He looked around the empty room and felt lonely. A1
- The gas tank was nearly empty, so we needed to refill it soon. A2
Word Form Patterns for Empty
-ness
Adds **-ness** to make a noun meaning the state, quality, or condition of being something. Example: empty → emptiness.
Origin and Word Formation of Empty
Old English 'æmtig', from 'æmte' meaning empty or idle.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Empty
Wrong: She made the room more empty.
Correct: She made the room emptier.
Comparative form is emptier (not 'more empty').
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Empty
What are the word forms of “empty”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “empty”?
“empty” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “empty” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “empty” come from?
Old English 'æmtig', from 'æmte' meaning empty or idle.