unfulfilled

adjective

un·​ful·​filled ˌən-fu̇(l)-ˈfild How to pronounce unfulfilled (audio)
 also  -fə(l)-
: not fulfilled:
a
: not filled : unsatisfied, unmet
… vital unfulfilled needs of the nation …Harry Truman
b
: not carried out : not accomplished or finished
unfulfilled goals
unfulfilled shipments
c
: not converted into reality
an unfulfilled promise
d
: not having reached a point of satisfaction or happiness
… a family that includes a supportive yet equally unfulfilled wife …Matt Roush

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The findings reflect widespread disappointment among Democrats and a sense of unfulfilled promises, especially among younger and minority voters. Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025 Platforms can further marginalize workers The unfulfilled promise of autonomy affects the most marginalized and vulnerable members of the workforce. Hannah Wohl, The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2025 Transient owners, global war, and years of neglect could’ve been the end of a long, unfulfilled sailing career. Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 3 Jan. 2025 Jimmy Carter exuded both humility and a flicker of unfulfilled ambition. Philip Martin, arkansasonline.com, 2 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for unfulfilled 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unfulfilled was in the 14th century

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“Unfulfilled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unfulfilled. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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