1
as in to load
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
fill the basket with apples
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to plug
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
before starting to paint, fill all the cracks with putty
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to fulfill
to do what is required by the terms of
orders received by this date will be filled in time for Christmas delivery of the merchandise
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of fill
Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 9 Oct. 2025
The crowd was filled with more Canadiens jerseys than usual, perhaps because so many Toronto fans had dumped their tickets to stay home and watch baseball.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
According to the brand, the bourbon was distilled in 2014 and 2015, initially aged in new charred oak, and then transferred to first-fill and second-fill port barrels for a total of up to three years of secondary maturation.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fill
Verb
These special relationships can be filled with everything from fun and joy to cruel pranks and teasing.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 9 Oct. 2025
The crowd was filled with more Canadiens jerseys than usual, perhaps because so many Toronto fans had dumped their tickets to stay home and watch baseball.
—James Mirtle, New York Times, 9 Oct. 2025
Noun
That cooperation starts with a second layer of pressure that requires the other two forwards to take away passing options and fill gaps.
—Vincent Z. Mercogliano, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
According to the brand, the bourbon was distilled in 2014 and 2015, initially aged in new charred oak, and then transferred to first-fill and second-fill port barrels for a total of up to three years of secondary maturation.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fill
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fill
Verb
-
The process involved manufacturing the alloy samples to precise specifications and then meticulously loading them into protective capsules.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Oct. 2025
-
Buntin said that if open enrollment begins and these subsidies are not approved and loaded into the enrollment systems, people are likely to see their premiums go up.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
11 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
At the trade deadline, Cashman plugged big holes at third base, the bench and in the bullpen by obtaining Ryan McMahon, Jose Caballero, Amed Rosario, David Bednar and Camilo Doval.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
12 Oct. 2025
-
Private credit lenders and other alternative investment funds have stepped in to plug the funding gap left by traditional investment banks, whose lending standards were tightened up in the aftermath of the 2008 Global Financial Crisis.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
For the previous two games in this National League Division Series, the Dodgers had fulfilled the task that kept their coaches and staff up late at night.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
-
Yeah, but again, so fulfilling creatively.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
9 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
But that filling also could be eggs, bacon and cheese.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Oct. 2025
-
For filling, in a small bowl stir together brown sugar and cinnamon.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
The field, as always in this category, is packed with cast albums from both new shows and revivals; from Broadway, off-Broadway and London’s West End, in addition to some studio cast recordings.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
10 Oct. 2025
-
Why Avocados Are Great for a Diabetes-Friendly Diet Avocados are packed with monounsaturated fats, fiber, vitamins C, E, K, and B-6, and nutrients like riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium.—
Lauren Manaker MS,
Verywell Health,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Trim trees and install storm shutters, accordion shutters, and impact glass, and seal outside wall openings.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
-
The American fired a powerful backhand return winner to seal the victory, collapsing to the ground in delight.—
Frank Nunns O'Connell,
CNN Money,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
-
The smallest is a simple 15-by-9-inch packing cube-like pouch with a handle.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Oct. 2025
-
Picking and packing, cutting and assembling, painting and palletizing, etc.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
The Nutribullet Ultra crams a 1200-watt motor into its rather slim casing; that’s double the wattage of the Nutribullet Pro blender that’s a step down.—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Oct. 2025
-
Use your backpack or your sleeping bag crammed into its compression sack beneath your forearms.—
Kate Pitts,
Outside,
30 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Fill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fill. Accessed 14 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share