Synonyms for

Fulfil

Verb / fʊˈlfɪl / Another word for fulfil — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to carry out or accomplish something

Synonyms & similar words

execute liveupto accomplish meet carrythrough satisfy carryout fill fulfill fallshortof action accomplish achieve complete execute perform realize satisfy finish discharge consummate fulfill meet observe quicken exemplify perpetrate answer discharge do

Synonyms by register

Formal

accomplish execute realize achieve

Informal

do get done wrap up see through

Literary

consummate effectuate satisfy

Antonyms

fail neglect disappoint break violate renege

Common collocations

  • fulfil a promise
  • fulfil a dream
  • fulfil a role
  • fulfil a need
  • fulfil an obligation
  • fulfil a contract
  • fulfil requirements

Word family

noun fulfillment
verb fulfil
adjective fulfilling

Usage note

Primarily British spelling. In American English, 'fulfill' is standard. It means to achieve or realize something desired, promised, or predicted.

Example sentences

  1. I will fulfil my dream of becoming an astronaut.
  2. It is important to fulfil your responsibilities.
  3. I always try to fulfil my mother's wishes.
  4. He promised to fulfil his duties as a student council member.
  5. The company will fulfil its promise of delivering the products on time.

Quotes

  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. - Steve Jobs
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill

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