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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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full

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adverb

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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

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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

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of full
Adjective
Get a Thanksgiving bundle from these stores These three chains are selling ingredients for a full Thanksgiving dinner with a turkey and sides for a discount. Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 21 Nov. 2024 The encounter is deeply uncomfortable, all the more so because each man has taken the full measure of the other. Brent Lang, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
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The Voyager probe of course famously bore a plaque that depicted our location in the galaxy as well as a golden record full of music and sounds from Earth. Shannon Stirone, Wired, 4 Oct. 2019 Scoring hat fulls of goals in quick succession might fill up most of Lewandowski's bitesize highlight reels, but the Poland international has actually been one of the most consistent goalscorers in recent years. SI.com, 27 Sep. 2019 See all Example Sentences for full 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for full
Adjective
  • By adopting comprehensive governance frameworks and actively engaging in oversight, boards can successfully and safely navigate the complexities of AI risks.
    Ed Gaudet, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Gutierrez, advocating for a comprehensive immigration reform program intent on expanding migrant access to jobs in America, argued that Allred's move to support a GOP stance on the border runs contrary to bipartisanship.
    Hogan Gore, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • That’s when people, mostly rich ones, call The Gifterie, a bespoke gifting concierge that helps clients choose the perfect gift for the most affluent, famous, and picky people in the world.
    Alex Abad-Santos, Vox, 18 Nov. 2024
  • For a country three times the size of Texas, rich with culture, art and nature, the figure is a perfect encapsulation of the problem with overtourism: people descending on one or two main points while dozens of splendid places remain largely under the radar.
    Bloomberg, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • But instead of the dry, flaky mattes of our youth, these go on buttery soft and manage to cushion lips in peptides, hyaluronic acid, and botanical extracts for a hydrated, plump pout.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Most memorably are the mayor, depicted as a plump Caucasian male who performs Jackson’s famous kick, and the skeleton who dances Jackson’s iconic moonwalk.
    Ime Ekpo, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • Once all of these measurements were combined, the researchers were able to create a detailed, global map of free electrons in the ionosphere.
    Mack DeGeurin, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2024
  • However, that came to a crashing halt last week when a relative came forward and detailed years of molestation in the 1990s, including after Torres turned 18 and the victim was underage.
    Devan Patel, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • The app seamlessly connects Ledger’s entire ecosystem, which currently supports over 10,000 coins and tokens on over 70 blockchains.
    Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Technicolor will do the entire pre-visualization of the film.
    Patrick Frater, Variety, 23 Nov. 2024
Adverb
  • For example, walking beside someone, being on their side and helping carry their load are ways to be fully present and with another person, your friend.
    Walt Shelton, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • However, depending on the terms of your policy, certain types of damage might not be fully covered.
    Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
Adverb
  • The tutorials are very informative, and produce real-world results like illuminating an LED, activating a buzzer, and other fun projects).
    Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024
  • On the grill: Believe it or not, grilling is a very healthy way to cook meat.
    Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Adverb
  • The intensity between Paul (10-1, 7 KOs) and Tyson (50-6, 44 knockouts) has continued to build, as just last night, the 58-year-old slapped Paul across his left cheek as the two came face to face during the pre-fight weigh-in.
    Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
  • In just the month of October 2022, current District 6 school board member Andrew Gonzales — who unseated the board's then-President Geronimo Rodriguez that year — raised almost $32,000.
    Keri Heath, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024

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“Full.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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