fulfilled
|ful-filled|
/fʊlˈfɪld/
(fulfill)
complete or achieve
Etymology
'fulfilled' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'fulfyllen,' where 'ful-' meant 'full' and 'fyllen' meant 'to fill.'
'fulfyllen' transformed into the modern English word 'fulfill,' and eventually became 'fulfilled' as its past participle form.
Initially, it meant 'to fill completely,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'satisfied or happy because of fully developing one's abilities or character.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past participle form of 'fulfill'.
The promise was fulfilled.
Adjective 1
satisfied or happy because of fully developing one's abilities or character.
She felt fulfilled after achieving her lifelong dream.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40