fullness

noun

full·​ness ˈfu̇l-nəs How to pronounce fullness (audio)
variants or less commonly fulness
: the quality or state of being full
Phrases
in the fullness of time
: at some point : eventually

Examples of fullness in a Sentence

has regained fullness of motor control
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Unlike sugar, sucralose did not increase blood levels of certain hormones that create a feeling of fullness, according to the study. Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2025 And there are many things to be enthusiastic about, like the way cabbage grows so beautifully or the ripening fullness of tomatillos destined to become salsa. Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 8 Mar. 2025 What to look for in a quality wedding veil Tiers The fullness of the veil is dependent on the number of tiers. Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2025 And there are a few studies that show statistically significant improvement in the fullness of the hair after taking the supplements. Megan McIntyre, Allure, 26 Feb. 2025 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 15 Apr. 2025.

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