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How does the verb fulfill contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of fulfill are accomplish, achieve, discharge, effect, execute, and perform. While all these words mean "to carry out or into effect," fulfill implies a complete realization of ends or possibilities.

fulfilled their ambitions

Where would accomplish be a reasonable alternative to fulfill?

While the synonyms accomplish and fulfill are close in meaning, accomplish stresses the successful completion of a process rather than the means of carrying it out.

accomplished everything they set out to do

How do achieve and accomplish relate to one another, in the sense of fulfill?

Achieve adds to accomplish the implication of conquered difficulties.

achieve greatness

When could discharge be used to replace fulfill?

While in some cases nearly identical to fulfill, discharge implies execution and completion of appointed duties or tasks.

discharged his duties

How are the words effect and achieve related as synonyms of fulfill?

Effect adds to achieve an emphasis on the inherent force in the agent capable of surmounting obstacles.

effected sweeping reforms

When would execute be a good substitute for fulfill?

The meanings of execute and fulfill largely overlap; however, execute stresses the carrying out of what exists in plan or in intent.

executed the hit-and-run

When might perform be a better fit than fulfill?

In some situations, the words perform and fulfill are roughly equivalent. However, perform implies action that follows established patterns or procedures or fulfills agreed-upon requirements and often connotes special skill.

performed gymnastics

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fulfill Schools fulfill their mission to prepare all students for life by supporting their development of the knowledge, empathy and critical-thinking skills needed to bring us together as one proud American society. Britt Hogue, Baltimore Sun, 26 Feb. 2025 The turmoil that enveloped the federal workforce over the last few days is unlikely to cease anytime soon as the U.S. government’s human resources agency considers how to fulfill Elon Musk ’s demands. Chris Megerian, Chicago Tribune, 25 Feb. 2025 On Monday, a federal judge found the Trump administration had violated the restraining order, calling on the White House to fulfill millions in foreign aid payments. Max Zahn, ABC News, 25 Feb. 2025 Among other options, researchers can fulfill it by including a project component that increases the participation of women, underrepresented minorities in STEM, and people with disabilities. Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 23 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fulfill
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fulfill
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  • Felix said if there is insufficient money in the TIF to satisfy the $825,000 due the developers over the next 14 years, money can come from neighboring TIF districts — two exist — so there is no risk to the city.
    Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Both countries have tried to coordinate with the administration to satisfy concerns and put new measures in place, NPR's Jackie Northam says.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 4 Mar. 2025
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    Pierre LeBrun, The Athletic, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Officers will monitor roadways and other areas, including parking lots and car meets, where loud vehicles are frequently reported.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
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  • Instead, Chalamet seems to understand that authenticity in the internet age is achieved through different means.
    Steven Hyden, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
  • The technology will democratize and personalize video editing, empowering creators of all skill levels to achieve Hollywood-level content.
    Solo Ceesay, Rolling Stone, 26 Feb. 2025
Verb
  • Dixon scored 25 of his 32 points in the second half after a slow offensive start, which sparked a double-digit comeback, thus showing what Dixon has to do night in and night out to keep his team alive in games.
    Tyler Small, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
  • Greenfield does a lot with very little, and Fabrizio Guido shines in a role that can’t really be broken down without spoilers, but there’s simply too many balls in the air to keep the cast — and their comic contributions — from getting lost.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 27 Feb. 2025
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  • According to a probable-cause affidavit obtained by NJ.com, troopers performing a load securement check asked to examine how the tractor-trailer’s doors were sealed.
    Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 27 Feb. 2025
  • Hastings studied at the Berklee College of Music and wrote and performed in the Groundlings sketch comedy/improv group before starting a career in animation.
    Matt Grobar, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2025
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  • Brown revealed her new platinum blonde ‘do at the start of the month, before giving her locks their red carpet debut at Sunday’s 2025 SAG Awards.
    Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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    Erik Sherman, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025

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“Fulfill.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fulfill. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.

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