full-on

adjective

Synonyms of full-onnext
: complete, full-fledged
The argument turned into a full-on brawl.

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Hats were given out, and by the time the dessert came, complete with cocktail napkins with the Chanel logo embroidered in Knicks colors, the dinner had turned into a full-on watch party. Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 9 June 2026 Never a full-on rap festival, Gov Ball also headlined the likes of Billy Eilish, SZA, Post Malone, Tame Impala, the Strokes, and Florence and the Machine, and this year, Lorde. Rob Kenner, VIBE.com, 8 June 2026 Plenty of evening-wear options offer the full-on fluid look, but a more practical way to wear this summertime trend is to break it down into individual standout pieces. InStyle, 7 June 2026 Drills are an essential DIY tool, and drill bits are a must-have for projects ranging from furniture assembly to full-on home improvements. Timothy Dale, The Spruce, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for full-on

Word History

First Known Use

1954, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of full-on was in 1954

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“Full-on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-on. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.

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full-on

adjective
ˈfu̇l-ˌȯn
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