Definitions

fulfill

[fool-fil] / fʊlˈfɪl /

VERB

bring to completion

Synonyms

STRONG

accomplish achieve answer conclude conform discharge do effect effectuate execute fill finish implement keep meet obey observe perfect perform please realize render satisfy score suffice suit

WEAK

be just the ticket carry out comply with fill the bill hit the bull's-eye make it make the grade

Antonyms

STRONG

abandon bear begin cancel commence destroy fail give up halt lose miss neglect overlook refuse start

Example Sentences

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Lizete González, a Mexico fan, said the city has a long way to go to fulfill its promises.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Right now, the England attack needs bowlers to fulfill three roles, in addition to skipper Stokes.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

This expanded capital allocation will fund the purchase of $312.5 million in senior unsecured convertible bonds and related warrants, with a new accredited investor brought in by Inflection Point Asset Management to fulfill the amount.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

He said he trusted Iranian authorities to navigate tensions to keep pilgrims safe and was willing to accept any burden to fulfill his religious obligation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

To fulfill my responsibility as a revolutionary, I listed all my teachers.

From "Red Scarf Girl: A Memoir of the Cultural Revolution" by Ji-li Jiang

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