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adjective

ˈfu̇l How to pronounce full (audio)
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as in filled
containing or seeming to contain the greatest quantity or number possible at the start of the game everyone was full of energy and hope the boy's bedroom is full of sports trophies and medals

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as in greatest
of the highest degree even at the age of eighteen he hadn't reached his full height a boat going at full speed

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as in stuffed
having one's appetite completely satisfied even the heartiest eaters are sure to be full when they leave that restaurant

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as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points a full analysis of the problems facing our cities today

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as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor) the dessert had a rich, full chocolate flavor

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as in plump
having an excess of body fat she should have a hairdo that complements her full face

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as in detailed
including many small descriptive features a very full description of the city's cultural offerings

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as in entire
not lacking any part or member that properly belongs to it a full deck of cards

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full

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adverb

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as in fully
to a full extent or degree waited until it was full dark to launch the attack

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as in very
to a great degree he knew full well that what he was doing was wrong

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as in just
as stated or indicated without the slightest difference full in the center of the square stands an enormous statue of the city's founder

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full

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noun

as in total
a complete amount of something the account is now paid in full

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How does the adjective full contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of full are complete, plenary, and replete. While all these words mean "containing all that is wanted or needed or possible," full implies the presence or inclusion of everything that is wanted or required by something or that can be held, contained, or attained by it.

a full schedule

When might complete be a better fit than full?

While in some cases nearly identical to full, complete applies when all that is needed is present.

a complete picture of the situation

How are the words plenary and complete related as synonyms of full?

Plenary adds to complete the implication of fullness without qualification.

given plenary power

When could replete be used to replace full?

The synonyms replete and full are sometimes interchangeable, but replete implies being filled to the brim or to satiety.

replete with delightful details

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Recent Examples of full
Adjective
Week 1 is full of national showdowns and nonregion rivalries. — Jack Leo, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Since 2022, the first full year that both models were put in production, the auto giant has sold at least roughly 120,000 examples of each per year. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 21 Aug. 2026
Noun
To apply with your hands, dispense two dropper fulls, rub the palms of your hands together, and then evenly rub into your face and neck—just don’t forget to wash your hands when you’re done. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 June 2025 All sizes will be available, including twins from $99, fulls ($149), queens ($199) and kings ($299). — Don Maines, Houston Chronicle, 27 Feb. 2020 See All Example Sentences for full
Recent Examples of Synonyms for full
  1. filled
  2. utmost
  3. stuffed
  4. comprehensive
  5. rich
  6. plump
  7. detailed
  8. entire
Adjective
  • Maybe the sign-up flow has too many fields, the first action users need to take isn't obvious or there's a setting that should have been pre-filled.
    — Kelli Behan-Aspland, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • The Wall Street Journal featured Reese alongside WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson on its magazine cover, even after Caitlin Clark broke numerous records, filled arenas, and set new marks for WNBA broadcasts.
    — Jon Root OutKick, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
Definition of filled
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  • Her reputation for excellence and the utmost integrity is well-earned.
    — Carol Marbin Miller, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Being in the top 50 is of utmost importance as those players now get into all the signature events on the PGA Tour for 2027, which have larger purses and more FedEx Cup points available.
    — Mike Fore, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of utmost
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  • For those who aren’t fans of thin crust pizza, Mama Cozzi also makes stuffed and rising crust versions, a deli take-and-bake pie, and a French bread pizza.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 20 July 2026
  • Some Vespas featured flowers and stuffed animals.
    — David Biller, Christian Science Monitor, 27 June 2026
Definition of stuffed
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  • Today, some are convincing enough to fool experts, helped along by a market where documentation is scarce and comprehensive catalogs and archives are rare.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Receive a comprehensive breakdown of talent showcasing this year by signing up for our Comedy Means Business newsletter at this link.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of comprehensive
Adjective
  • That nutritional profile has made sardines a particularly popular choice among people looking to add more nutrient-rich foods to their diets.
    — Olivia LaBorde, AJC.com, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The analysis is particularly striking in Indian Creek, where the golf course sits at the heart of an enclave whose 41 homeowners include some of the world’s richest people.
    — Luisa Yanez, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of rich
Adjective
  • And everything is controlled from an iPod beside the ultra-plump bed.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Luong used this liquid blush to restore a natural flush to her makeup, giving her skin a plump, radiant look.
    — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of plump
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  • That could change an early stage of mineral exploration, where companies must decide where to spend money collecting more detailed data and drilling test wells.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026
  • OpenAI’s detailed, self-critical account of pausing its own model functions as a claim to that same safety-conscious ground, whether or not that was the intent behind it.
    — Ashish Bhatia, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of detailed
Adjective
  • Though Sex and the City ended two entire decades ago, many of her most valuable life lessons—usually delivered via purring, zingy one-liners, either with a dirty martini in one hand or while waving a fork over brunch—feel just as relevant today.
    — Daisy Jones, Vogue, 22 Aug. 2026
  • This market cap doesn't represent total investment but the value assigned to its entire network, driven by monetary dilution, network utility (global value transfer, verifiable supply), and anticipated future demand.
    — Dave Birnbaum, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
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