Plénitude (en. Fullness)

/plenityd/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State of that which is full, complete.
The fullness of his knowledge impresses everyone.
La plénitude de ses connaissances impressionne tout le monde.
Moment of happiness or maximum satisfaction.
He felt in fullness during his vacation.
Il se sentait en plénitude lors de ses vacances.
Abundance, wealth.
This garden offers a fullness of flowers in summer.
Ce jardin offre une plénitude de fleurs en été.

Etymology

The word comes from the Latin 'plenitudo', derived from 'plenus' which means full.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in fullness
In a state of completeness or total satisfaction.
en plénitude
fullness of mind
State of serenity and inner peace.
plénitude d'esprit
to live in fullness
To live life to the fullest, without restraint.
vivre en plénitude

Related Words

plenary
That which is full, complete.
plénier
pleroma
Theological term meaning divine fullness.
pleroma
cosmic fullness
State of balance in the universe.
plénitude cosmique

Slang Meanings

To be at the peak of one’s form.
Today, I feel in fullness!
Aujourd'hui, je suis en plénitude !
To have everything needed to be happy.
This weekend gave me a sense of fullness.
Ce week-end m'a donné une sensation de plénitude.