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

Synonyms

• cheering
• comforting
• encouraging
• gladdening
• gratifying
• heartening
• heartwarming
• rewarding
• satisfying

Examples of fulfilling in a Sentence

the college student had a fulfilling job tutoring inner-city youths

Recent Examples on the Web

When employees understand how their work drives organizational success, the work becomes more purpose-driven and, therefore, more fulfilling. —Katya Laviolette, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024

There is nothing more fulfilling than bringing a dog back from a bad situation and giving them a happy life. —Angel Saunders, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024

And through this journey of lifting others up, Maria discovered something even more fulfilling than success alone. —Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024

Just like the invention of the printing press or the mechanization of factory lines, AI aims to eliminate mundane, tedious work and enable employees to pursue roles that are more strategic and fulfilling. —Jeff Schmidt, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing fulfilling

• self-fulfilling