Dull
Dull adjective - Lacking sharpness of edge or point.
Empty is a synonym for dull in insensitive topic. In some cases you can use "Empty" instead an adjective "Dull".
Empty
Empty adjective - Not expressing any emotion.
Usage example: the refugees' faces had the dazed, empty look of despair
Common collocations
Both words in one sentence
- Dull Eyes of Unhappiness: Ash is merely a shell of his previous self, as seen in his portrait and empty eyes.
Source: Video Game / Alphadia 2 -
Finally the glass lifts up and its empty, and she's suddenly back to her dull self.
Source: Ten with a Two -
Painting the Medium: The first phase of the Abbeys plans to remove free will kicks in has bright and joyful colors replaced with dull ones as the world becomes emotionless and empty.
Source: Video Game / Tales Of Berseria
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