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Definition of emptily
emptily
/ˈɛmp.tɪ.li/
emp · ti · ly
Adjective:empty
emptily Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• adverb
1
In a manner that lacks genuine emotion, expression, or awareness; blankly or vacantly.
Example
"Exhausted from the long shift, he stared emptily out the train window as the city lights blurred past."
2
In a way that lacks real meaning, sincerity, substance, or purpose; superficially or futilely.
Example
"The spokesperson promised emptily that changes would be made immediately, despite having no concrete plan."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Emptily. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/emptily