FULFILL - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Verb

fill, satisfy or meet a want or need or condtion ro restriction

Example: does this paper meet the requirements for the degree?; This job doesn't match my dreams; meet a need

Part of speech: Verb

put in effect

Example: carry out a task; execute the decision of the people; He actioned the operation

Part of speech: Verb

meet the requirements or expectations of

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The word "fulfill" comes from Old English fullfyllan, which comes from Middle English fulfillen.

ful – A related word in the same word family.

fill – A related word in the same word family.

Many Old English words vanished after the Norman Conquest, replaced by French equivalents.