fulfilling
adjective
ful·fill·ing
fu̇(l)-ˈfi-liŋ 
also fə(l)-
: providing happiness or satisfaction
a fulfilling experience
a career that is personally fulfilling
Examples of fulfilling in a Sentence
the college student had a fulfilling job tutoring inner-city youths
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Cuts to Medicaid could mean fewer available care services, longer waiting lists for critical support, and potentially the loss of the very assistance that allows those with I/DD to live independent and fulfilling lives.
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Barbara Merrill, Time, 26 July 2025
Rising costs, political polarization and the appeal of a more fulfilling life are all driving factors.
—Nathalie Goldstein, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
Being in rooms with them has been so fulfilling to me, more as a student than an actual player.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 30 June 2025
Ultimately, giving a good toast can be a powerful and fulfilling experience, transforming a potentially awkward obligation into a heartfelt tribute.
—Matt Abrahams, Time, 12 July 2025
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Barbara Merrill, Time, 26 July 2025
Rising costs, political polarization and the appeal of a more fulfilling life are all driving factors.
—Nathalie Goldstein, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
Being in rooms with them has been so fulfilling to me, more as a student than an actual player.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 30 June 2025
Ultimately, giving a good toast can be a powerful and fulfilling experience, transforming a potentially awkward obligation into a heartfelt tribute.
—Matt Abrahams, Time, 12 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for fulfilling
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“Fulfilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fulfilling. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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