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having one's appetite completely satisfied everyone settled back and relaxed, completely replete after the huge meal

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How does the adjective replete contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of replete are complete, full, and plenary. While all these words mean "containing all that is wanted or needed or possible," replete implies being filled to the brim or to satiety.

replete with delightful details

When would complete be a good substitute for replete?

Although the words complete and replete have much in common, complete applies when all that is needed is present.

a complete picture of the situation

When is it sensible to use full instead of replete?

The synonyms full and replete are sometimes interchangeable, but 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

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

Plenary adds to complete the implication of fullness without qualification.

given plenary power

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of replete Another taxing target is gambling now that most of the Land of Lincoln is replete with gaming devices and casinos. Charles Selle, Chicago Tribune, 4 June 2025 Pete Alonso has returned to the team in career form, Francisco Lindor has continued to play like one of the best shortstops in the sport and the pitching staff is replete with pleasant surprises. Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 June 2025 Entourage was naturally replete with fictional movies, owing to its entertainment industry milieu. James Mercadante, EW.com, 29 May 2025 Even though answers were on the right track, AI failed to catch the critical nuances, of which the U.S. tax laws are replete. Virginia La Torre Jeker, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for replete
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replete
Adjective
  • Its silky texture absorbs effortlessly, leaving the skin feeling plump and protected without any greasy residue.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 26 May 2025
  • It’s powered by ultra-low molecular collagen that penetrates deeply to firm and smooth fine lines, while oligo-hyaluronic acid hydrates better and faster than traditional HA, sinking in deeper and faster, leaving skin plump without heaviness.
    Marie Lodi, Allure, 2 June 2025
Adjective
  • Andres did not play in the first meeting between the schools and did not play a full game in the second meeting.
    Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2025
  • These dual perspectives are essential to capturing the full depth of the narrative.
    Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 19 June 2025
Adjective
  • Last night, a packed audience was treated to early footage and designs from the new Stranger Things animation.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 12 June 2025
  • The only packed houses come in Miami, where three of the city’s four games are sold out or have only $1,000 club seats available; seeing Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami, Real Madrid or Bayern Munchen will cost you.
    Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 12 June 2025
Adjective
  • Memphis traded Desmond Bane to Orlando for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first round picks, and one first round pick swap according to Shams Charania.
    Mikai Bruce, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025
  • On top of that, the battery easily goes a week without begging for a charger, and the square AMOLED display is way easier to read mid-run than a round one.
    Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 13 June 2025
Adjective
  • One is for chocolate, ketchup, and mustard; another is for fat and cooking oil; another is for blood, dairy, and ice cream; and another is for coffee, tea, wine, and juice.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 19 June 2025
  • That’s not fat or muscle loss, but simply water shifting out of your muscles.
    Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 18 June 2025
Adjective
  • Passionate about helping people lead financially abundant lives through real estate.
    Neil Anders, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
  • This creates a direct relationship between energy innovation and AI capabilities; regions with abundant, reliable, and affordable energy will gain decisive advantages in computational power.
    Aya Saed, Time, 17 June 2025
Adjective
  • Every room is awash in natural light and thoughtfully appointed—down to the gallery-like entry hall that sets the tone for the dramatic art and furnishings within.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 19 June 2025
  • Visit in spring to avoid the worst of the crowds, and see the landscape awash in seasonal wildflower blooms.
    Zoe Baillargeon, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2025
Adjective
  • Each year, throngs of visitors strap on crampons to experience the icy wilderness firsthand, and the well-trodden paths can sometimes feel more crowded than remote—but that may soon change.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
  • The crowded marketplace this offseason would appear to be one of those circumstances.
    Arpon Basu, New York Times, 21 June 2025

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“Replete.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replete. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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