variants or less commonly fulness
Synonyms of fullnessnext
: the quality or state of being full

fulness

2 of 2

noun (2)

ful·​ness

less common spelling of fullness

: the quality or state of being full

Examples of fullness in a Sentence

Noun (1) has regained fullness of motor control
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Noun
Over the fullness of a season, Ollie Watkins, Jackson’s predecessor, was a reliable goalscorer, consistently hitting at least 15 goals. Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026 Fiber is essential for digestive health and can help with feelings of fullness. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026 Protein may also support weight loss by slowing digestion and stimulating the release of hormones that promote feelings of fullness and satiety. Jillian Kubala, HEALTH, 1 Sep. 2026 These fats, along with the fruit’s fiber, also increase satiety and promote a feeling of fullness. Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fullness

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

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 11 Sep. 2026.

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