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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

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Recent Examples of replete Away from politics, Sunday’s proceedings were replete with religious symbolism and Leo, who wore traditional white vestments, at times appeared visibly moved. Matthew Mpoke Bigg, New York Times, 18 May 2025 As judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers writes that finance VP Alex Roman’s testimony was ‘replete with misdirection and outright lies’ on the question of ‘when’ Apple decided to impose a 27% commission on outbound transactions. Vivian Toh, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025 The popular neighborhood Toronto bar, inside a brick Victorian building blocks from the University of Toronto’s campus, is replete with billiards tables and a full rack of liquor. Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 4 May 2025 The current club is replete with players that have either won or gone to the Fall Classic elsewhere—Bogaerts, Machado, Heyward and Yu Darvish. Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for replete
Recent Examples of Synonyms for replete
Adjective
  • It’s powered by ultra-low molecular collagen that penetrates deeply to firm and smooth fine lines, while oligo-hyaluronic acid hydrates better and faster than traditional HA, sinking in deeper and faster, leaving skin plump without heaviness.
    Marie Lodi, Allure, 2 June 2025
  • Perhaps the best perk of the suite was the large balcony with ample plump seating and an atmospheric floor lamp, a glorious extension of the indoor space for prime castle viewing.
    Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2025
Adjective
  • The good news Tiller shared with media members Tuesday during an interview session at Bill Self’s basketball camp for youths is he’s been involved in non-contact drills at practice and been given a target date of July 1 for his full return.
    Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 7 June 2025
  • One person performed Gonzo's big number in full cosplay, complete with a flower pot balanced on their head.
    Mackenzie Schmidt, People.com, 7 June 2025
Adjective
  • Miley Cyrus premiered her Something Beautiful visual album for a packed audience at New York’s Beacon Theatre as part of the 2025 Tribeca Festival.
    Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 7 June 2025
  • Or, in the case of Stray Kids and their STAY, when eight Korean artists share three hours with a multitude of devoted fans in a packed stadium.
    Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 6 June 2025
Adjective
  • For her celebration, Sienna wore green face paint and an all-black outfit paired with round glasses, as worn by Elphaba Thropp.
    Dayna Haffenden, People.com, 4 June 2025
  • The other was a silver necklace with a round pendant.
    Sara Vallone, Miami Herald, 2 June 2025
Adjective
  • Want a fat analysis for your left arm or the muscle content in your right leg?
    Christopher Null, Wired News, 4 June 2025
  • To specify a revenue source — a tax increase, the raid of an existing program — would have created a fat target for opponents.
    George Skelton, Mercury News, 3 June 2025
Adjective
  • Within the rock samples, researchers saw traces of a silver-gray metal about as rare as gold that was likely more abundant in Earth’s early building materials when the core developed about 4.5 billion years ago.
    Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 1 June 2025
  • Residential conversions seem to be a better solution for downtown’s oldest buildings, not its most abundant ones — places like the Petroleum Building, built in 1956, and the University Building, built in 1910.
    Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 29 May 2025
Adjective
  • Within hours, social media was awash with dark jokes.
    Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
  • At this year’s Cannes Film Festival, the industry was awash with buyers, sellers and festival heads chattering about how to come to grips with this new phase of technology that is increasingly encroaching on the traditional space.
    Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 4 June 2025
Adjective
  • Polling has shown that Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a former Navy helicopter pilot who represents the state's 11th Congressional District, leads the crowded Democratic field, but the race could still be anyone’s to win.
    Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 10 June 2025
  • The warm-water experiences tend to be the most crowded, popular for their respiratory and joint pain relief.
    Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 9 June 2025

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“Replete.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/replete. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.

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