Hollow describes something having a void space inside; not solid. It can refer to physical objects that are empty within, or metaphorically to feelings, actions, or even people lacking substance, sincerity, or importance. The sense of emptiness can convey a lack of fulfillment or depth, and the term can evoke a feeling of sadness, loneliness, or insincerity. It can be a natural formation, created as a result of erosion or rot, or manufactured, to be able to hold something else.
Hollow meaning with examples
- The old oak tree was hollowed out by rot, creating a perfect hiding place for the squirrels; the children often played hide and seek, trying to find all of the different squirrels.
- Despite her cheerful smile, a Hollow ache resided in her heart after the death of her beloved pet; her grief was deep and persistent.
- His promises rang Hollow after he broke them time and again; no one was believing him anymore.
- The politician's speech was full of rhetoric, but ultimately Hollow, offering no real solutions; it sounded great but there was no weight behind it.
Hollow Synonyms
artificial cavernous empty insincere meaningless shallow sunken vacant void worthlessHollow Antonyms
authentic deep filled full genuine heartfelt meaningful sincere solid substantialHollow Crossword Answers
3 Letters
PIT DIP DIG
4 Letters
DALE DENT VALE DELL HOLE
5 Letters
EMPTY
6 Letters
VALLEY CAVITY CRATER RECESS DIMPLE HOLLER SUNKEN
7 Letters
CONCAVE COREOUT VACUOUS
8 Letters
EXCAVATE
9 Letters
INSINCERE HOLLOWOUT
11 Letters
MEANINGLESS