full-blooded

adjective

ˈfu̇l-ˌblə-dəd How to pronounce full-blooded (audio)
Definition of full-bloodednext
1
as in thoroughbred
of unmixed ancestry a full-blooded American Indian

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2
as in tanned
having a healthy reddish skin tone had the full-blooded complexion of a rugged outdoorsman

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3
as in vigorous
marked by or uttered with forcefulness mounted a full-blooded attack on his opponent's position regarding immigration

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Recent Examples of full-blooded That ancestor, his great-great-grandmother Mary Ground, was originally put down in the rolls as full-blooded Blackfeet. — David Treuer, The Atlantic, 13 Jan. 2026 Farrell’s turn feels less like a full-blooded human and more like just one part of a complex equation — which is in keeping with the highly structured and allegorical nature of Allen’s film. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 30 Oct. 2025 Every time this family gets together, the sibling dynamics are charged and brought to full-blooded life by the actors. — Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025 These will come and go; some will be brilliant, others a full-blooded assault on your critical faculties. — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for full-blooded
Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-blooded
  1. thoroughbred
  2. tanned
  3. vigorous
  4. ruddy
  5. aggressive
  6. red
  7. emphatic
  8. glowing
Adjective
  • Staying strong Despite the bankruptcy, Hawthorne and its harness racing affiliate, Suburban Downs, have applied for racing dates for thoroughbred and harness racing in 2027.
    — Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The mobile bar is a converted two-horse thoroughbred horse trailer that her father helped convert, installing sinks, bar tops, a fridge.
    — Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of thoroughbred
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  • And, two, it’s being touted as a way to give you the lean, tanned look of a Barbie doll without ultraviolet radiation exposure.
    — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • How the Sun Affects Acne Sun exposure may cause acne to temporarily look better simply because tanned skin makes marks on skin less noticeable.
    — Sherri Gordon, Health, 28 July 2026
Definition of tanned
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  • Paramasivam’s death has fueled a vigorous protest campaign by the Commercial and Industrial Workers Union, Asia Floor Wage Alliance, Global Labor Justice and other groups.
    — Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Puppies should not engage in vigorous tug-of-war games because too much tugging can create jaw or bite problems.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of vigorous
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  • Stargazers can observe the ruddy hue of the lunar surface with the naked eye, though binoculars or a small telescope will highlight the sharp, bright contrast along the crescent rim of the moon that remains outside Earth’s umbra.
    — Michael d'Estries, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Both men appeared in court Monday, still bearing the ruddy complexions of people who had spent an extended period of time outdoors.
    — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of ruddy
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  • The aggressive action will be closely watched by other states and school systems.
    — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Tour participants described an aggressive interrogation by an Israeli border agent.
    — Daniel Estrin, NPR, 2 Sep. 2026
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  • SoCal likely in the clear A red blob on the hurricane center's forecast map well south of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula represents a developing tropical system, one that some models show could eventually impact California.
    — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The cashmere sweater comes in nine colors, including vintage pink, deep red, and navy blue.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of red
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  • Her inability to stay in one place, artistically speaking, all but ensures that each new project will give you life in new and emphatic ways.
    — Will Dukes, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026
  • For June Films producer Julie Billy, the attraction was emphatic.
    — Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of emphatic
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  • Set the scene The lobby is a vast, bubble-era set piece—soaring double-height ceilings gridded with geometric lights, warm wood paneling, and a glowing staircase.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid delivers hydration and keeps skin smooth and glowing, plus there’s niacinamide and licorice extract to brighten and even the complexion.
    — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of glowing

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“Full-blooded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-blooded. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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