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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 The lore of silent cinema is replete with tales of hair’s breadth escapes and fatal mishaps of the equestrian, automotive and aerial kind. Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 14 June 2025 Amazon is replete with cooling, lightweight, and functional products for under $100. Izzy Baskette, People.com, 13 June 2025 This town is replete with beautiful lakefront properties. Andrew Depietro, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025 The film’s driving ideas, which transform over the course of the picture, are replete with ironic potential, but Flanagan ably navigates the tonal minefield, never presenting the whole thing as a wink-wink joke on his characters. Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 6 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for replete
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replete
Adjective
  • After the treatment, skin was visibly more plump, smooth, hydrated and radiant.
    Bianca Salonga, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
  • Its hero ingredients include niacinamide (a.k.a. vitamin B3), known for minimizing pores and reducing fine lines, along with Premium Elastin from France, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid, all of which moisturize and plump skin for a more youthful, glowy appearance.
    Melony Forcier, People.com, 19 June 2025
Adjective
  • The kitchen and community table, where breakfast is served, is available for guests to use at their leisure with full access to the fridge, microwave, and coffee maker.
    Monica Mendal, Vogue, 1 July 2025
  • For full ticketing details, visit frontiertouring.com/kelseaballerini.
    Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 1 July 2025
Adjective
  • Between the pending legislative votes, Powell speaking and the jobs data, there is quite a bit packed into just three-and-a-half days of trading (markets are only open for half a day on Thursday).
    JJ Kinahan, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
  • The actual stove unit also collapses into smaller packed form.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 June 2025
Adjective
  • Richie’s hairstylist George Curran opted for movement in the form of a bouncy blowout, using a round brush and blow-dryer to create volume and a soft curve.
    Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 27 June 2025
  • Aside from a round diamond pendant, nothing is more classic—and timeless—than initial necklaces.
    Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 25 June 2025
Adjective
  • Before the era of inflation and taxes, stocks were a specialists’ forte of no interest to the broad population getting fat and happy on the bounty of the industrial revolution.
    Brian Domitrovic, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Estrogen also helps regulate blood sugar by supporting insulin production, improving insulin sensitivity, and reducing fat storage and inflammation.
    Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 30 June 2025
Adjective
  • Uranium supplies are abundant, and their prices aren’t nearly as volatile as the prices are for other fuels.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 27 June 2025
  • The first step to calling more love into your life is to believe in your heart that love is abundant and everywhere.
    Goth Shakira, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2025
Adjective
  • In today’s hyperconnected world, businesses are awash in data—yet most remain starved for insight.
    Imre Szenttornyay, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Royal blue, cranberry red and marigold yellow: New York City was awash in the stuff in the run-up to the Tuesday Democratic mayoral primary.
    Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 26 June 2025
Adjective
  • Doubs will attempt to do that in a crowded wide receiver room where Jayden Reed and Dontayvion Wicks return, and rookies Matthew Golden and Savion Williams could be immediate contributors.
    Rob Reischel, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Hernandez said she is focused on winning her own reelection bid in a crowded field.
    Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2025

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“Replete.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replete. Accessed 10 Jul. 2025.

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