to express what is false; convey a false impression. I’m sure a lot of people would agree that we live in strange times. Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012, not possessing, untouched by, void, or destitute (usually followed by. What Is The Difference Between “It’s” And “Its”? Devoid means "empty of." 1350–1400; Middle English, originally past participle