word
Barren
BA-ruhn
/ˈbærʌn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
barren
Dictionary meaning
Completely wanting or lacking.
Examples
- Writing barren of insight.
- A barren woman.
Synonyms: free
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ih-FEM-er-ul
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muh-LIF-loo-us
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uhb-SEE-kwee-us
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