Vacuous

usgb/ˈvækjuəs/
adjective

Empty or lacking content, not serious or meaningful.

He gave a vacuous smile before changing the topic of conversation.
Visual representation of "vacuous" - Empty or lacking content, not serious or meaningful
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Lack of Substance

Use 'vacuous' to describe remarks or actions that have no deeper meaning or value.

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The movie was filled with vacuous dialogue that failed to advance the plot.
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Not Just Empty

'Vacuous' implies emptiness that can be seen as mindless or superficial.

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Despite the celebratory atmosphere, his laughter seemed vacuous.
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Sarcasm and Criticism

It can be used sarcastically to criticize something as lacking depth.

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Her vacuous response to the tragedy shocked everyone.
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