Fulfill — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /fu̇(l)-ˈfil/ ful·fill

Meaning & Definition of Fulfill

Fulfill (verb)

  1. to put into effect, execute
  2. to meet the requirements of (a business order)
  3. to measure up to, satisfy

Fulfill (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to do what is required by the terms of

    "the football player must remain with the team one more year to fulfill his contract"

    similar: answer, complete, comply (with), fill, keep, meet, redeem, satisfy, abide by, make good
    related: conclude, consummate, finalize, finish, perfect, accomplish, achieve, bring about, bring off, carry out, effect, commit, compass, discharge, execute, follow through (with), make, perform
    opposite: breach, break, transgress, violate
    near: default (on), disregard, forget, ignore, neglect, overlook, overpass, pass over, slight

  2. to carry through (as a process) to completion

    "you have fulfilled your duties most admirably"

    similar: accomplish, achieve, bring off, carry off, carry out, commit, compass, do, execute, follow through (with), make, negotiate, perform, perpetrate, prosecute, pull off, put through, go through
    related: bring about, effect, effectuate, implement, ace, nail, engage (in), practice, work (at), reduplicate, reenact, repeat, actualize, attain, realize, complete, end, finish, wind up
    near: fail, skimp, slight, slur

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Fulfill

The most common words with a similar meaning to Fulfill:

answer, complete, comply (with), fill, keep, meet, redeem, satisfy, accomplish, achieve, bring off, carry off, carry out, commit, compass, do, execute, follow through (with), make, negotiate, perform, perpetrate, prosecute, pull off, put through, abide by, make good, go through

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Fulfill

Words with the opposite meaning of Fulfill:

breach, break, transgress, violate

Related Words for Fulfill

conclude, consummate, finalize, finish, perfect, bring about, effect, discharge, effectuate, implement, ace, nail, engage (in), practice, work (at), reduplicate, reenact, repeat, actualize, attain, realize, end, wind up

Near Antonyms of Fulfill

default (on), disregard, forget, ignore, neglect, overlook, overpass, pass over, slight, fail, skimp, slur

Word Forms of Fulfill

Inflections: fulfilled, fulfilling

Derived words: fulfiller (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Fulfill

Middle English fulfillen, from Old English fullfyllan, from full full:1 + fyllan "to fill:1"

First known use: before 12th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Fulfill

Words & Phrases Containing Fulfill

keep/fulfill one's promise

Frequently Asked Questions about Fulfill

What does "Fulfill" mean?

"Fulfill" means to put into effect, execute. As a verb, it is defined as: to put into effect, execute. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Fulfill"?

Other words for "Fulfill" include answer, complete, comply (with), fill, keep, meet, redeem and satisfy. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Fulfill" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Fulfill"?

There are 51 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Fulfill". Common alternatives include answer, complete, comply (with), fill, keep, meet, redeem, satisfy, accomplish and achieve.

What is the opposite of "Fulfill"?

Antonyms of "Fulfill" include breach, break, transgress and violate. Near antonyms include default (on), disregard, forget and ignore.

How do you use "Fulfill" in a sentence?

Examples of "Fulfill" in a sentence: "the football player must remain with the team one more year to fulfill his contract"; "you have fulfilled your duties most admirably".

Is "Fulfill" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Fulfill" is a verb.

Is "Fulfill" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Fulfill" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Fulfill"?

"Fulfill" is pronounced /fu̇(l)-ˈfil/ and divided into syllables as ful·fill.