Definition

In a way that is excessive or overly flattering, often to the point of being insincere or untrustworthy.

Example

He praised her fulsomely, making it hard to believe his compliments were genuine.

Conversation

Did you hear how she praised him fulsomely at the meeting?

Yeah, it was a bit much, don’t you think?

I mean, it’s nice to be appreciated, but not in such a fulsome way.

True! Sometimes, less is more when it comes to compliments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Fulsomely → It is formed from "fulsome" (from Old English *fulsum*, meaning abundant or full) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "fulsomely" means in a manner that is excessively flattering or abundant, often to the point of being insincere.

Memory Tip

Think of 'fulsome' meaning abundant or excessive, and remember that 'fulsomely' describes doing something in an excessively flattering way.

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