Full-bore
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Full-bore is an adjective meaning (figurative) Thoroughgoing; complete; total.
Meaning
(figurative) Thoroughgoing; complete; total.
More Meanings
- (firearms) Having a relatively large caliber.
- (figurative) At top speed; with full power.
Example Sentences
He is a full-bore environmental activist.
He is full-bore into environmental activism.
The problem had grown into a full-bore crisis.
The car raced full-bore into oncoming traffic.
Synonyms for full-bore
Depending on context, synonyms include full-blown, full-on, full-fledged, full throttle, balls-out.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include full-scale, thorough, in-depth, thoroughgoing, thoroughpaced, full-on.
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