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The seat next to me was vacant.
What does Vacant mean?
Vacant means empty or not being used.
Dictionary definition
Vacant means empty and not being used or occupied.
Example sentences
Vacant in a sentence
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The store has a vacant room for new supplies.
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The author describes a vacant lot to make the street feel quiet and empty.
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What does vacant mean?
Vacant means vacant means empty or not being used.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to vacant?
Empty is close in meaning to vacant in this entry.
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Which word is a useful contrast for vacant?
Occupied is a useful contrast for vacant.
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Vacant
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WordVacant.
Partadjective.
MeaningVacant means empty or not being used.
ExampleExample: The seat next to me was vacant.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- vay · kunt
- Strongest beat
- vay
- Ending
- kunt
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on vay.
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Synonyms
Words like Vacant
emptyUse for a place with nothing or no one in it.
unoccupiedUse for a space not currently being used.
Antonyms
Opposite words
occupiedUse for a space being used.
filledUse for a space containing people or things.
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Word family
Vacant word family
Base word
vacant
noun
vacancy
An empty space, room, or position.
adverb
vacantly
In a blank or empty-looking way.
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Hint for students
Vacant describes a place, seat, room, or position that is empty and available.
Common mix-up
Vacant is not the same as broken. A room can be vacant because no one is using it, even if it is in good condition.
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Write one sentence that shows vacant without using the word vacant. Then underline the clue words that show emptiness or a place not being used. Example: The chair beside Malik had no backpack, books, or student in it. Clue words: no backpack, books, or student Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show an empty place or position?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The store has a vacant room for new supplies." Why does vacant fit better than occupied?
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