Barren

The garden looked barren as nothing had grown due to the lack of water.

The politician's barren promises did little to inspire confidence in her supporters.

The backyard was barren as the grass had died due to overwatering.

The language barren between the two countries hindered the progress of diplomatic relations.

The legal barren prevented access to justice for many people.

The ideological barren between the political parties hindered the progress of policy making.

The legal barren prevented the company from expanding into new markets.

The garden was barren of any flowers, despite the owner's best efforts.