Fulfil: meaning, definitions and examples

Use 'fulfil' when referring to achieving or satisfying a requirement, promise, or need.

• She aimed to fulfil all her dreams by the age of 30.
• The team fulfilled the requirements of the project successfully.

Use 'accomplish' when referring to successfully achieving something through effort, skill, or courage.

• He managed to accomplish all the tasks he set for himself.
• They accomplished the mission against all odds.

Use 'complete' when referring to finishing something entirely, with nothing left to be done.

• After two years of hard work, she finally completed her degree.
• The construction of the new bridge is now complete.

Use 'execute' in formal or technical contexts when referring to carrying out a plan, order, or task. Sometimes carries a sense of precision.

• The general planned the attack and executed it flawlessly.
• He executed the commands with perfect accuracy.

Use 'meet' when referring to satisfying expectations or standards, often used in business or official contexts.

• The proposal wasn't able to meet the company's standards.
• She did not meet the necessary qualifications for the job.

Commonly used in British English, it means to carry out a promise, duty, or to meet a requirement or expectation.

• He worked hard to fulfil his obligations.
• She felt fulfilled after achieving her life's goals.

Used when becoming aware of something or making something real that was previously only an idea or plan.

• She realized she had left her keys at home.
• After many years of hard work, he finally realized his dream of opening a bakery.

Used when accomplishing something significant, usually through effort, skill, or courage.

• She achieved her dream of becoming a doctor.
• The team achieved a remarkable victory.

Implies providing satisfaction or pleasure, often related to desires or needs. It can have a slightly negative connotation if it suggests indulgence.

• The praise from her boss gratified her.
• It's important not to gratify every whim immediately.

Commonly used in American English, it means to carry out a promise, duty, or to meet a requirement or expectation.

• He had to fulfill his contractual obligations.
• This job fulfills my career ambitions.