- fulfil
- [fʊlˈfɪl]verb [T]1) to do a particular job, or to have a particular purposeThe bus really fulfils a need for this community.[/ex]The sports centre fulfils a necessary role in this town.[/ex]2) to reach a particular standard or have the qualities that are necessary for somethingDo you fulfil the entry requirements for the course?[/ex]3) to achieve something that you wanted to do, or to get something that you hoped forThe journey fulfilled a lifelong dream.[/ex]He never really fulfilled his potential (= achieved as much as he could) as a player.[/ex]4) to do what you must do or what you have said you will doLandlords who refuse to fulfil their obligations may be liable to fines.[/ex]The government has failed to fulfil its election promises.[/ex]5) to make you happy and satisfied because you are using your skills and abilitiesThis job doesn't really fulfil me.[/ex]
Dictionary for writing and speaking English. 2014.