Fulsome
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfʊlsəm/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Fulsome is an adjective meaning Offensive to good taste, tactless, overzealous, excessive.
Meaning
Offensive to good taste, tactless, overzealous, excessive.
More Meanings
- Excessively flattering (connoting insincerity).
- Characterised or marked by fullness; abundant, copious.
- Fully developed; mature.
Example Sentences
Her fulsome timbre resonated throughout the hall.
The fulsome thanks of the war-torn nation lifted our weary spirits.
He addressed me in several handwritings with fulsome compliments as a Venus in furs [...]
These extra services before Christmas Day were in addition to fulsome train facilities on the day, with many companies running a Sunday service.
Word Forms
- fulsomer
- fulsomest
- fullsome
Synonyms for fulsome
Depending on context, synonyms include gross, profuse, effusive, unctuous, insincere, buttery.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include smarmy, insincere, unctuous, oily, buttery, thorough.
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