fistful
0 antonyms and opposites of fistful, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The amount of something that fits in one closed hand.
How to use fistful
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From "fist" plus the suffix "-ful," meaning "an amount that fills."
Full origin of fistful →Frequently asked questions
What does “fistful” mean?
The word “fistful” means the amount of something that fits in one closed hand. In plain terms, as much as one hand can grab and hold — or, loosely, just a small amount.
How do you pronounce “fistful”?
“Fistful” is pronounced FIHST-fuul (/ˈfɪstˌfʊl/ in IPA).
How do you use “fistful” in a sentence?
Here is “fistful” used in a sentence: “He grabbed a fistful of sand and let it run through his fingers.”
What part of speech is “fistful”?
“Fistful” is a noun.
How many meanings does “fistful” have?
“Fistful” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the amount of something that fits in one closed hand.