full-bodied
adjective
full-bod·ied
ˈfu̇l-ˌbä-dēd 
1
: having a large body
2
of a beverage
: imparting to the palate the general impression of substantial weight and rich texture
3
: having importance, significance, or meaningfulness
full-bodied study of literature
Examples of full-bodied in a Sentence
after that huge Sunday brunch, everyone needed a full-bodied coffee
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Pale pink in the glass, this rosé has aromas of vanilla, cherry, and strawberry that transform to full-bodied flavors of red raspberry, cherry-vanilla, and candied orange peel on the palate.
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Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 29 May 2025
At that time most Champagne was sweeter and more full-bodied to match the rich French cuisine covered in heavy sauces.
—Liz Thach, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
Wines that typically require aeration are full-bodied reds, like petite sirah or cabernet sauvignon.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2025
The resulting cold brew was a legit achievement: full-bodied, smooth, and wildly aromatic.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 24 May 2025
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Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 29 May 2025
At that time most Champagne was sweeter and more full-bodied to match the rich French cuisine covered in heavy sauces.
—Liz Thach, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
Wines that typically require aeration are full-bodied reds, like petite sirah or cabernet sauvignon.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2025
The resulting cold brew was a legit achievement: full-bodied, smooth, and wildly aromatic.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 24 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for full-bodied
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“Full-bodied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/full-bodied. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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