B2verbUK spelling: fulfilworkpsychology
US/fʊlˈfɪl/
UK/fʊlˈfɪl/
to do what is promised or needed; also to make a dream or wish happen
In context
The government failed to fulfill its promise to build more schools.
Moving to Japan allowed her to fulfill a childhood dream.
Applicants must fulfill all the requirements to get the scholarship.
Words that go with fulfill
verb + noun
- fulfill a dreamShe fulfilled a dream by opening her own café.
- fulfill requirementsThe building does not fulfill safety requirements.
- fulfill a promiseHe always fulfills a promise, however small.
- fulfill a roleTeachers fulfill an important role in society.
- fulfill your potentialGood coaching helps you fulfill your potential.
- fulfill a needThe new clinic fulfills a need in the area.