Repletion — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Repletion
Repletion (noun)
- the act of eating to excess, the state of being fed to excess, surfeit
- the condition of being filled up or overcrowded
- fulfillment of a need or desire, satisfaction
Repletion (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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as in satiation, satiety
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Repletion
The most common words with a similar meaning to Repletion:
Antonyms & Opposite Words for Repletion
Words with the opposite meaning of Repletion:
Origin & Etymology of Repletion
Middle English repleccioun, repleccion "eating or drinking to excess, satiety, overabundance of humors," borrowed from Anglo-French repleciun, repletion, borrowed from Medieval Latin replētiōn-, replētiō "act of filling up, fullness, being filled to excess (of food or humors)," going back to Latin, "process of filling up (an ulcer)," from replēre "to make full again, replenish, restore, fill up, sate" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action replete
First known use: 14th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Repletion
What does "Repletion" mean?
"Repletion" means the act of eating to excess, the state of being fed to excess, surfeit. As a noun, it is defined as: the act of eating to excess, the state of being fed to excess, surfeit.
What is another word for "Repletion"?
Other words for "Repletion" include fill, fullness, glut, repleteness, satiation, satiety, satisfaction and surfeit. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Repletion" you intend.
What is the opposite of "Repletion"?
Antonyms of "Repletion" include appetite, belly, emptiness, famishment, hunger, munchies, stomach and rapaciousness.
Is "Repletion" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Repletion" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Repletion"?
"Repletion" is pronounced /ri-ˈplē-shən/ and divided into syllables as re·ple·tion.
What is the origin of the word "Repletion"?
"Repletion" comes from Middle English repleccioun, repleccion "eating or drinking to excess, satiety, overabundance of humors," borrowed from Anglo-French repleciun, repletion, borrowed from Medieval Latin replētiōn-, replētiō "act of filling up, fullness, being filled to excess (of food or humors)," going back to Latin, "process of filling up (an ulcer)," from replēre "to make full again, replenish, restore, fill up, sate" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action replete. First known use: 14th century.
What is another word for "Repletion" meaning "as in satiation, satiety"?
When "Repletion" (noun) means as in satiation, satiety, synonyms include fill, fullness, glut, repleteness, satiation and satiety. Opposites in this sense include appetite, belly, emptiness and famishment.