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fulfillment

/fʊlˈfɪlmənt/
noun★Intermediate
💼Business
formal

The achievement of something desired, promised, or predicted; the act of completing or satisfying a need, obligation, or goal.

The company's fulfillment center ensures timely delivery of orders.

Customer satisfaction comes from the fulfillment of their expectations.

💡

Often used in business contexts to describe the process of completing orders or meeting customer needs.

psychology

A state of contentment or satisfaction derived from achieving personal goals or living a meaningful life.

She found fulfillment in her career as a teacher.

His sense of fulfillment grew as he volunteered for community service.

💡

In psychology, fulfillment is associated with purpose and life satisfaction.

Collocations

fulfillment centerA warehouse or facility that processes and ships orders.fulfillment of a dreamThe realization of a long-held aspiration.job fulfillmentSatisfaction derived from one's work.

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

self-fulfillmentphrase
The act of achieving personal satisfaction and purpose.
fulfillment centerphrase
A facility that processes and ships orders.

💡Pro Tip

Business vs. Psychology Usage

Be mindful of the context when using 'fulfillment.' In business, it refers to order processing, while in psychology, it relates to personal satisfaction.

⚡Gold Rule

Correct Usage

Use 'fulfillment' to describe the completion of a task, goal, or need, not just the act of doing something.

📖Word Origin

From Middle English 'fulfilment,' derived from 'fulfil,' meaning to complete or carry out. The suffix '-ment' denotes the act or result of the verb.

📝Usage Notes

In business, 'fulfillment' often refers to order processing and delivery. In psychology, it relates to personal satisfaction and purpose.

Word Breakdown

ful-
Complete or entire
prefix
+
-fill
To make full or complete
root
+
-ment
The act or result of
suffix
English Dictionary

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