CEFR B2

fulfilled

adjective

Meaning

Feeling or showing happiness or satisfaction because you are doing or have done something that is useful, important, or right.

Examples

He felt deeply fulfilled by his volunteer work.
She had a fulfilled life, surrounded by family and friends.

Synonyms: content, satisfied, gratified, contented, self-actualized

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fulfilled (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /fʊlˈfɪld/

Definition

Feeling or showing happiness or satisfaction because you are doing or have done something that is useful, important, or right.

Examples

He felt deeply fulfilled by his volunteer work.
She had a fulfilled life, surrounded by family and friends.
The artist found the creative process immensely fulfilling.

How to Use fulfilled

fulfilled by (prepositional phrase): To have a sense of satisfaction or accomplishment because of something. — "He was fulfilled by the challenge of the new project."
fulfilling (adjective): Causing satisfaction or happiness by providing enjoyment or a sense of purpose. — "She found her new job very fulfilling."

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