Antonyms of adj empty-handed
2 senses of empty-handed
Sense 1
empty-handed, unrewarded -- (having acquired or gained nothing; "the returned from the negotiations empty-handed")
INDIRECT (VIA unsuccessful) -> successful -- (having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome; "a successful architect"; "a successful business venture")
Sense 2
empty-handed -- (carrying nothing in the hands)
INDIRECT (VIA empty) -> full -- (containing as much or as many as is possible or normal; "a full glass"; "a sky full of stars"; "a full life"; "the auditorium was full to overflowing")
Similarity of adj empty-handed
2 senses of empty-handed
Sense 1
empty-handed, unrewarded -- (having acquired or gained nothing; "the returned from the negotiations empty-handed")
=> unsuccessful (vs. successful) -- (not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome)
Sense 2
empty-handed -- (carrying nothing in the hands)
=> empty (vs. full) -- (holding or containing nothing; "an empty glass"; "an empty room"; "full of empty seats"; "empty hours")