Fulfill
Pronunciation
- IPA: /fʊlˈfɪl/
- Rhymes: -ɪl
Alternative forms
- UK fulfil
Origin
From Middle English fulfillen, from Old English fullfyllan ("to fill full"), corresponding to - + fill.
Full definition of fulfill
Verb
- (archaic) To fill full; fill to the utmost capacity; fill up.My lady is positively fulfilled of grace.
- To satisfy, carry out, bring to completion (an obligation, a requirement, etc.).You made a promise, son, and now you must fulfill it.What rôle does the wax in your earhole fulfill?
- To emotionally or artistically satisfy; to develop one's gifts to the fullest.This is the most fulfilling work I've ever done.
- To obey, follow, comply with (a rule, requirement etc.).Unfortunately, you don't fulfill the criteria for extra grants at the present time.