fulfilling

adjective

ful·​fill·​ing fu̇(l)-ˈfi-liŋ How to pronounce fulfilling (audio)
 also  fə(l)-
: providing happiness or satisfaction
a fulfilling experience
a career that is personally fulfilling

Examples of fulfilling in a Sentence

the college student had a fulfilling job tutoring inner-city youths
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Though Charles moves into Pacific View to smoke out the thief, Schur presents an ecosystem of distinct characters who have made fulfilling lives for themselves in this building. Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024 Conducting a financial needs analysis and working with a certified professional to explore annuities and other financial options can make a significant difference in securing a fulfilling retirement. Dr. Aman Alzubier, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024 Every aspect of your personal and professional life can exist together in harmony, resulting in a more fulfilling life. Brian Bartes, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 Thankfully, Black Ops 6’s campaign is immensely more fulfilling than recent ones. Cade Onder, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fulfilling 

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fulfilling was in 1922

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“Fulfilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fulfilling. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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