Full-bore — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈfu̇l-ˈbȯr/

Meaning & Definition of Full-bore

Full-bore (adjective)

  1. full-blown
  2. made with maximum effort

Full-bore (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in full-on, full-blown

    similar: full-blooded, full-blown, full-fledged, full-on, full-out, full-scale, all-out, exhaustive, extensive, maximal, unabridged, uncut, undiminished, compleat, complete, comprehensive, entire, full, grand, intact, integral, perfect, plenary, total, whole
    opposite: imperfect, incomplete, partial, abbreviated, abridged, cut, diminished, reduced

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Full-bore

The most common words with a similar meaning to Full-bore:

full-blooded, full-blown, full-fledged, full-on, full-out, full-scale, all-out, exhaustive, extensive, maximal, unabridged, uncut, undiminished, compleat, complete, comprehensive, entire, full, grand, intact, integral, perfect, plenary, total, whole

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Full-bore

Words with the opposite meaning of Full-bore:

imperfect, incomplete, partial, abbreviated, abridged, cut, diminished, reduced

Origin & Etymology of Full-bore

First known use: 1967

Frequently Asked Questions about Full-bore

What does "Full-bore" mean?

"Full-bore" means full-blown. As an adjective, it is defined as: full-blown.

What is another word for "Full-bore"?

Other words for "Full-bore" include full-blooded, full-blown, full-fledged, full-on, full-out, full-scale, all-out and exhaustive. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Full-bore" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Full-bore"?

There are 25 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Full-bore". Common alternatives include full-blooded, full-blown, full-fledged, full-on, full-out, full-scale, all-out, exhaustive, extensive and maximal.

What is the opposite of "Full-bore"?

Antonyms of "Full-bore" include imperfect, incomplete, partial, abbreviated, abridged, cut, diminished and reduced.

Is "Full-bore" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Full-bore" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Full-bore"?

"Full-bore" is pronounced /ˈfu̇l-ˈbȯr/.

What is the origin of the word "Full-bore"?

First known use: 1967.

What is another word for "Full-bore" meaning "as in full-on, full-blown"?

When "Full-bore" (adjective) means as in full-on, full-blown, synonyms include full-blooded, full-blown, full-fledged, full-on, full-out and full-scale. Opposites in this sense include imperfect, incomplete, partial and abbreviated.