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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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 This was not an easy decision, as my time here has been one of the most fulfilling and rewarding experiences of my career. Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Oct. 2024 In my experience, office space needs to be fun, engaging, exciting and fulfilling. Expert Panel®, Forbes, 16 Oct. 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 21 Nov. 2024.

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