adj
unfulfilled
Unfulfilled (adj) means not satisfied; feeling that one's goals or desires haven't been achieved. Example: “She felt unfulfilled in her career despite the high salary.”
adj
1
Not satisfied; feeling that one's goals or desires haven't been achieved.
"She felt unfulfilled in her career despite the high salary."
"Drag this neurotic to hysterics, leave him balked and unfulfilled; holding inside, outwardly patient 'til the time he'll call it."
— Eve 6, How Much Longer (1998)
2
Not yet carried out or delivered, as with a promise or order.
"The contract's terms remained unfulfilled after months of delay."
How to use unfulfilled
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLeft wanting more, or (for a promise or order) not yet completed.
Common pairings
unfulfilled promise
unfulfilled potential
feel unfulfilled
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more unfulfilled
- Superlative
- most unfulfilled
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Etymology
From un- + fulfilled.
Synonyms
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unrealised
unrealized
Rhymes for unfulfilled
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What does “unfulfilled” mean?
The word “unfulfilled” means not satisfied; feeling that one's goals or desires haven't been achieved. In plain terms, left wanting more, or (for a promise or order) not yet completed.
How do you use “unfulfilled” in a sentence?
Here is “unfulfilled” used in a sentence: “She felt unfulfilled in her career despite the high salary.”
What part of speech is “unfulfilled”?
“Unfulfilled” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “unfulfilled” have?
“Unfulfilled” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not satisfied; feeling that one's goals or desires haven't been achieved.
