Full

Definition

Full refers to being complete or containing the maximum possible amount of something. It can also denote a state of being satisfied, thorough, or whole.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective
• Adverb
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /fʊl/
• Respelling: fuhl

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /fʊl/
• Respelling: fuhl

Etymology

The word "full" originates from the Old English "full," which is derived from Proto-Germanic "*fullaz*" and Proto-Indo-European "*pleh₁-" (to fill). The term has retained its meaning across Germanic and Indo-European languages, signifying completeness or entirety.

Derivatives

• Fully (adverb)
• Fulfill (verb)
• Fullness (noun)
• Overfull (adjective)
• Full-scale (adjective)

Synonyms

• Complete
• Entire
• Maximum

Antonyms

• Empty
• Partial
• Incomplete

Usage

The term "full" is used in contexts ranging from physical capacity to emotional satisfaction. For example, "The glass is full of water," or "He gave a full explanation of the problem."

Related Terms

• Plenitude: The state of being full or abundant.
• Maximum: The greatest amount or degree possible.
• Overflow: The excess that goes beyond capacity.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Containing as much as possible: Refers to a state of maximum capacity.
  • Example: "The tank is full of fuel."
• Complete or entire: Denotes thoroughness or wholeness.
  • Example: "He gave his full attention to the presentation."
• Having eaten to satisfaction: Describes a state of being no longer hungry.
  • Example: "After the meal, she felt completely full."

Adverb

• Directly or entirely: Used to emphasize completeness or precision.
  • Example: "He hit the target full in the center."

Verb

• To make full: Refers to filling something to its capacity (archaic or rare usage).
  • Example: "The servants were instructed to full the barrels with wine."