unfulfilled

adjective

un·ful·filled ˌən-fu̇(l)-ˈfild

also -fə(l)-

Synonyms of unfulfilled next

: not fulfilled:

: not filled : unsatisfied, unmet

… vital unfulfilled needs of the nation …—

Harry Truman

: not carried out : not accomplished or finished

unfulfilled goals

unfulfilled shipments

: not converted into reality

an unfulfilled promise

: not having reached a point of satisfaction or happiness

… a family that includes a supportive yet equally unfulfilled wife …—

Matt Roush

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The enormous potential for Adam's future will remain potential unfulfilled, never benefitting the world he was born into. —

Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024 At the same time, a growing demand for roles that align with personal values has highlighted a disconnect between workers and their organizations’ missions, leaving many feeling unfulfilled. —

Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024 After 13 years and one trial, this yearning remains unfulfilled. —

Gemma Schneider, ABC News, 1 Nov. 2024 The interior grew scruffy and, as a hangout for generations of writers, clammy from the haze of stray storylines left unfinished or unfulfilled under its roof. —

Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unfulfilled