Dictionary monolingual
English
Blank
blæŋk
Common
~ 3900
~ 3900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Blank -
Empty space on a document or form where information can be filled in
Example: Please fill in the blanks with your personal information.
Usage: formalContext: official forms, applications
Note: Commonly used in administrative and bureaucratic contexts.
Lacking color or decoration; plain
Example: The walls were painted in a blank white color.
Usage: formal/informalContext: describing surfaces, design
Note: Can be used in both formal and informal contexts to describe simplicity or lack of detail.
Showing no emotion or expression; expressionless
Example: She stared at him with a blank expression.
Usage: formal/informalContext: describing facial expressions, reactions
Note: Used to describe a lack of emotion or reaction in a person's face.
Unable to think of something to say or write; lacking ideas
Example: He drew a blank when asked about the answer.
Usage: informalContext: conversation, brainstorming
Note: Commonly used in informal situations when someone can't remember or think of something.
Blank's synonyms
empty
Empty means containing nothing; not filled or occupied.
Example: The page was completely empty.
Note: Blank usually refers to something that is devoid of any marks or content, while empty implies a lack of substance or contents.
void
Void means completely empty or lacking in something.
Example: Her mind felt void of any thoughts.
Note: Void often conveys a sense of absence or lack, while blank is more specific to being without content or marks.
bare
Bare means lacking the usual or appropriate covering or clothing; naked.
Example: The walls were bare, with no decorations.
Note: Bare can also refer to something being uncovered or exposed, whereas blank typically refers to a lack of content or markings.
clear
Clear means free from clouds, mist, or haze.
Example: The sky was clear of clouds.
Note: Clear can indicate transparency or visibility, while blank suggests an absence of content or markings.
Blank expressions, common phrases
Draw a blank
To be unable to remember or think of something.
Example: I asked her for the answer, but she drew a blank.
Note: The phrase 'draw a blank' uses 'blank' metaphorically to represent a lack of information or knowledge.
Fill in the blanks
To provide missing information or details.
Example: The instructions were unclear, so I had to fill in the blanks myself.
Note: In this idiom, 'blank' is used to refer to missing pieces that need to be completed or filled.
Blank check
Complete freedom or authority to act without restrictions.
Example: The CEO gave the project manager a blank check to complete the project.
Note: Here, 'blank' signifies unlimited or unrestricted, as in a check left blank with the amount to be filled in later.
Blank slate
A clean or empty starting point with no preconceived ideas or influences.
Example: Moving to a new city gave her a blank slate to start fresh.
Note: 'Blank' in this context refers to a clean, empty surface ready to be filled with new experiences or ideas.
Blank out
To become unaware of one's surroundings or thoughts.
Example: I often blank out during long meetings and lose track of what is being discussed.
Note: 'Blank out' suggests a temporary state of mental absence or distraction, akin to having a blank mind.
Blank stare
An expressionless and unresponsive look, often indicating confusion or lack of understanding.
Example: When I asked him about the incident, he just gave me a blank stare.
Note: 'Blank stare' describes a facial expression devoid of emotion or reaction, resembling a blank or empty gaze.
Blank verse
Poetry written in unrhymed iambic pentameter.
Example: Shakespeare often used blank verse in his plays, such as in 'Hamlet'.
Note: In literature, 'blank verse' refers to poetry that lacks rhyme but adheres to a specific meter, differentiating it from traditional rhymed poetry.
Blank expression
A facial expression that shows no emotion or reaction.
Example: She wore a blank expression throughout the entire meeting.
Note: 'Blank expression' implies a lack of any discernible emotions or thoughts being conveyed through one's face.
Blank page
An empty sheet of paper symbolizing the beginning of a creative process.
Example: As a writer, facing a blank page can be intimidating but also full of possibilities.
Note: 'Blank page' signifies a fresh start or the potential for new ideas to be written or drawn on an empty canvas.
Blank everyday (slang) expressions
Blanket statement
A blanket statement is a generalization that is too broad and oversimplified, often ignoring individual differences or nuances.
Example: Making a blanket statement like 'all teenagers are lazy' is unfair and inaccurate.
Note: This term uses 'blanket' to imply covering everything without distinction, whereas 'blank' by itself simply suggests emptiness or lack of content.
Blankety-blank
Used as a euphemism for expletives when one wants to express anger or frustration without swearing.
Example: I'm so frustrated with that blankety-blank printer! It never works when I need it.
Note: The addition of '-y' at the end of 'blank' creates a playful or humorous tone compared to the straightforward 'blank'.
Blankety blank
Used to express strong feelings of disappointment, anger, or shock.
Example: Can you believe they invited everyone to the party except me? Blankety blank!
Note: Similar to 'blankety-blank', this version intensifies the emotions conveyed, though both serve as euphemistic placeholders for stronger language.
Blankity-blank
Similar to 'blankety-blank,' used to express annoyance, exasperation, or cursing under one's breath.
Example: I can't believe I forgot my blankity-blank keys at home. Now I'm locked out!
Note: The alteration from 'blank' to 'blankity' adds a touch of whimsy or emphasis on the frustration being felt.
Blank - Examples
The room was completely blank.
Please fill in the blank spaces on the form.
The page was left blank intentionally.
Blank grammar
Blank - Adjective (Adjective) / Adjective (Adjective)
Lemma: blank
Conjugations
Adjective (Adjective): blank
Noun, plural (Noun, plural): blanks
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): blank
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): blanked
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): blanking
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): blanks
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): blank
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): blank
Blank - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
blank: ~ 3900 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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