Looking for the meaning of the word FULFIL in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of FULFIL with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Fulfil
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
late Old English fullfyllan ‘fill up, make full’ (see full, fill)
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
fʊlˈfɪl
Dialects: British English
Definition:
achieve or realize (something desired, promised, or predicted)
Short Definition:achieve something desired or predicted
Examples:- he wouldn't be able to fulfil his ambition to visit Naples
Definition:
carry out (a duty or role) as required, promised, or expected
Short Definition:carry out duty etc.
Examples:- some officials were dismissed because they could not fulfil their duties
Variant Forms:
- fulfill
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