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Fulfilment

/fʊlˈfɪl.mənt/ · noun

Meaning

The act of fulfilling or the state or quality of being fulfilled; consummation; completion; realization..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The act of fulfilling or the state or quality of being fulfilled; consummation; completion; realization.
  2. A feeling of satisfaction obtained from one's aspirations or needs being fulfilled.
  3. (business) The activities performed once an order is received to fulfill the order; packaging, distributing and shipping goods.

Example Sentences

To achieve fulfilment of one's hopes.
Fulfilment of contractual obligations.
We have yet to see the fulfilment of his potential.
Civilisation has imbued man's minds with false ideas of the evil of sex and its fulfilment.
In questi casi, la morte non è dunque una fine, ma un compimento.
What brings you fulfilment in life?
Personal fulfilment comes from having a sense of purpose.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does fulfilment mean?

Fulfilment means The act of fulfilling or the state or quality of being fulfilled; consummation; completion; realization..

What is a synonym for fulfilment?

Common synonyms include dispatch, fulfillment.

What is the opposite of fulfilment?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use fulfilment in a sentence?

To achieve fulfilment of one's hopes.

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