fullness

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noun (1)

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

fulness

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noun (2)

ful·​ness

less common spelling of fullness

: the quality or state of being full

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Examples of fullness in a Sentence

Noun (1) has regained fullness of motor control
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At the same time, fiber is having a moment for its role in gut health, blood sugar management, and fullness. — Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 The result is a temporary increase in fullness that may help some people consume fewer calories in a meal. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2026 Our sacred task now is not one of translation, but one of incarnation, letting the fullness of the 49 be seen, shown, felt and heard. — Rev. José Rodriguez, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 June 2026 But this new fullness—a plenitude that’s spiritual as well as physical—didn’t feel like a reason to complain. — Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for fullness

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Noun (1)

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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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 8 Jul. 2026.

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