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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

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Adjective
Read in full from Andrew Stanton on Newsweek. Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025 Make sure your browser supports WebGL to see the full version. Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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
  • In a comprehensive, step-by-step Reddit guide published on r/DHGate, user FabulousNinja8399 shares that this medal signals a seller has achieved the highest grade a store can receive: ACE status.
    Francesca Krempa, StyleCaster, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The sheer scale and complexity mean that truly comprehensive interpretability is still a distant goal.
    Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The main living areas are located on the ground and second floors, offering expansive reception rooms, intricate plasterwork, and rich period details that have been carefully restored and elevated under Kime’s discerning eye and commitment to authenticity.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025
  • Video Other rich countries have not filled the gap.
    Declan Walsh, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Each of the six shades are packed with vegan collagen, aloe, and seawater to keep skin juicy and plump.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
  • The glosses are cruelty free and vegan, with a non-sticky formula and long-lasting, glossy finish that leaves lips looking hydrated and plump.
    Kara Nesvig, Allure, 16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The website Time and Date also provides detailed information about where and when to see the phenomenon.
    Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging, MRI scans Purpose: MRIs are scans that can create detailed images of the internal structures of the body, including organs, bones, muscles and blood vessels, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine.
    Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Police also reviewed footage, which reportedly captured the entire altercation.
    Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The entire strategy here seems to be something that will elevate the American mall brands to the level of Calvin Klein or Ralph Lauren.
    Aamina Inayat Khan, StyleCaster, 10 Apr. 2025
Adverb
  • In fields like computer science and math, remote work is already the norm, with 77% of workers open to fully remote roles.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
  • However, for the ERP to fully enable a self-driving enterprise, complimentary components are necessary to create a cohesive ecosystem.
    Kiran Yelamaneni, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Adverb
  • Peters returns for the Manhattan Theatre Club’s fresh, surprising and very special Broadway production, following its run in Los Angeles.
    Frank Rizzo, Variety, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Maui Health takes these concerns and the safety of its patients very seriously and will cooperate with authorities as appropriate.
    Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Adverb
  • The Heat has now lost 10 straight games for just the eighth time in the franchise’s 37 seasons.
    Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Sparks-Haught learned that conceiving would be difficult at just 26 years old.
    Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025

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“Full.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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