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Definitions

vacant

[vey-kuhnt] / ˈveɪ kənt /
ADJECTIVE
empty; unoccupied
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bare deserted idle unemployed unfilled uninhabited unused
WEAK
abandoned available clear devoid disengaged free not in use stark tenantless to let unengaged unlived in untaken untenanted void without contents
Antonyms
STRONGEST
busy employed full populated used
WEAK
aware cognizant comprehending occupied overflowing
ADJECTIVE
absent-minded; expressionless
Synonyms
STRONGEST
idle
WEAK
abstracted blank daydreaming deadpan dreaming dreamy empty-headed foolish inane incurious inexpressive silly stupid thoughtless unexpressive unintelligent unthinking vacuous vapid witless
Antonyms
WEAK
aware cognizant comprehending full occupied overflowing

Example Sentences

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Massimiliano Allegri: Touted by many to be the fans choice for the vacant role, Allegri has achieved considerable success in Italian football.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Funds support programs that keep streets cleaner and address vacant storefronts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Windows on vacant buildings were scratched by vandals.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

Together, they worked up the proposal for Safe Outdoor Spaces, aimed at allowing managed, secure areas for people to pitch tents in vacant lots to reduce illegal encampments.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

He got a vacant look in his eyes.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.