full-fledged
- adjective
- /fʊlˈflɛdʒd/
- Today, Frederic, you join us as a full-fledged member of our band.
- full-fledged democracy
- full-fledged member
- full-fledged citizen
That's my job is to actually work with the artists that are full-fledged contributors.
- That's my job is to actually work with the artists that are full-fledged contributors.
- So they're not going to let this turn into a full-fledged computer because Apple has Macs to protect.
- Well, an apple tree is not trying to be an oak tree, but an apple tree wants to be a full-fledged apple tree.
- We are finally offering a full-fledged financial advice, wealth plan and custodying platform.
- Honestly, it was so inspiring to just be around them because their hobby just turned into a passion project and now it's a full-fledged business.
- This is a full-fledged NVMESSD suitable for use in medium performance applications like in a notebook computer.
- He says too great lucidity is a disease, a true full-fledged disease.
- Just see how to make this being into your full-fledged being.
Examples
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His exam was regraded, his score was raised three points, and he's now a full-fledged lawyer.
Fiction book (1995) -
Only in the late 1940s did most Western countries become full-fledged democracies, with universal adult suffrage.
Academic text (1997) -
And next thing you know, you got a full-fledged farm going.
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That boy will probably become a full-fledged member.
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At the time of this survey, a full-fledged party system was in operation in Korea.
Academic text (1994) -
Finally, the teacher knew Sam was on his way to becoming a full-fledged writer.
Academic text (1999) -
And Ukraine is a full-fledged member of the institution right here in the center.
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When we leave this room, you will no longer be dependents but full-fledged members of our society.
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She was one of television's first full-fledged dramatic stars.
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After years of training, she is finally a full-fledged doctor, ready to practice medicine.
Synonyms
At a very high level of skill, knowledge, or development
Very skilled in all parts of a job or art
At the highest point of a period or situation
Occurs at the most serious or complete stage
An animal, plant, or person that has reached full adult size
An animal, person, or plant at full adult size
Having full official status and rights in a job or role
Fully developed with all parts and detail needed
Being more complete and useful after growth or change
Antonyms
How Established
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Full-fledged is also used for people and jobs. The fledged idea of being 'feathered' or 'ready to fly' helps you picture someone who has all the skills or the official status to do the job.