# fulfillment

/fʊɫˈfɪɫmənt/ (US) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/fulfillment
Updated: 2026-05-06

## Definition

the feeling of being happy and satisfied because you have achieved something important. It can also mean the act of finishing a task or delivering an order.

For teachers: the achievement of a desired goal or the state of satisfaction derived from such achievement; also refers to the execution of a duty or the processing of a customer order.

## Examples

- Helping others gives her a deep sense of fulfillment.
- The warehouse manager is responsible for the timely fulfillment of all international orders during the holiday season.
- While professional success brought him wealth, he found true personal fulfillment only after dedicating his weekends to local community service projects.

## Usage notes

- Uncountable when referring to a state of satisfaction; often used with 'of' when referring to the completion of duties or orders.

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