sometimes -fuller; sometimes -fullest
Definition of -ful
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: full of
prideful
2
: characterized by
peaceful
3
: having the qualities of
masterful
4
: tending, given, or liable to
helpful
-ful
noun suffixDefinition of -ful (Entry 2 of 2)
: number or quantity that fills or would fill
roomful
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“-ful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/-ful. Accessed 29 Jun. 2022.
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