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

Not satisfied; feeling that one's goals or desires haven't been achieved.

"She felt unfulfilled in her career despite the high salary."

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 notes

In plain EnglishLeft wanting more, or (for a promise or order) not yet completed.

Common pairings

unfulfilled promise unfulfilled potential feel unfulfilled

Word forms

more unfulfilled comparative, most unfulfilled superlative

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Etymology

From un- + fulfilled.

Rhymes for unfulfilled

killed filled billed willed skilled chilled grilled thrilled unskilled fulfilled distilled

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Frequently asked questions

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.