fullness

noun

full·​ness ˈfu̇l-nəs How to pronounce fullness (audio)
variants or less commonly fulness
Synonyms of fullnessnext
: the quality or state of being full

see also in the fullness of time

Examples of fullness in a Sentence

has regained fullness of motor control
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That's because whole-grain cereals provide fiber, which supports digestion, helps stabilize blood sugar and promotes fullness. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 6 Feb. 2026 How to Prune String of Hearts String of hearts tends to grow long and sparse, with most of the fullness gradually drifting away from the pot, says Rachael Kemery, founder of Rising Iris Farm. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026 Results are immediate and controlled, which is critical when restoring facial structure rather than simply adding fullness. Carlos Wolf, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026 Feel your fullness - focus on bodily signals to stop eating when enough food has been consumed. Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for fullness

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fullness was in the 14th century

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“Fullness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fullness. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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