fullness

noun

full·​ness ˈfu̇l-nəs How to pronounce fullness (audio)
variants or less commonly fulness
: the quality or state of being full
Phrases
in the fullness of time
: at some point : eventually

Examples of fullness in a Sentence

has regained fullness of motor control
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Fiber also promotes a feeling of fullness and may help with weight loss. Peter Weiss, Verywell Health, 13 May 2025 As well as regulating the release of insulin in response to food, GIP receptors play a role in reducing appetite and enhancing feelings of fullness. Paul McClure 12, New Atlas, 12 May 2025 This chiaroscuro effect gave Zendaya’s smile depth and fullness, and makes the case for a rebrand of the lip liner category as a whole — one where the makeup essential is used similar to a contour stick to shape the lips versus a colored pencil that simply extends the wear time of a lip look. Claire Sullivan, Footwear News, 6 May 2025 Instead, sugar boosts softness while a polymer blend adds lasting fullness and style memory. Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 May 2025 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 20 May. 2025.

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