fullness

noun

full·​ness ˈfu̇l-nəs How to pronounce fullness (audio)
variants or less commonly fulness
Synonyms of fullnessnext
: the quality or state of being full

see also in the fullness of time

Examples of fullness in a Sentence

has regained fullness of motor control
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Add dynamic fullness to your locks with a butterfly cut like Shania Twain. Catharine Malzahn, InStyle, 8 Jan. 2026 The protein in oats can contribute to your sense of fullness (satiety) and steady energy. Regina Windsor, Verywell Health, 8 Jan. 2026 Together, oats and almonds create balanced nutrition, combining fiber, protein, and healthy fats for lasting fullness and all-day energy. Brianna Tobritzhofer, Health, 7 Jan. 2026 The clause acknowledged a measure of humanity while denying its fullness, codifying inequity into the nation’s founding document. Jeffrey Bennett, Time, 5 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fullness

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fullness was in the 14th century

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“Fullness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fullness. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.

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