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单词 unfulfilled
释义

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web That ordeal also prompts the introduction of a fetus-cam, an unfortunate device used to explore her unfulfilled longing for a child in the least subtle way possible. David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Sep. 2022 Workers, tired of being underpaid and unfulfilled, left their jobs in search of higher wages, better benefits and more flexible work options. Camille Fetter, Forbes, 25 Aug. 2022 These affect tech companies, leading to unfulfilled tasks and generating costs. Yec, Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 These are women who live in silence with feeling undervalued or lonely or unfulfilled or stuck. Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2022 Amid the festivities for Independence Day on Tuesday, many Liberians say the West African country’s promise is unfulfilled and too many of its people still live in poverty. Jonathan Paye-layleh, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 July 2022 Someone who views his best individual seasons as unfulfilled because there was no championship at the end. Pete Caldera, USA TODAY, 19 July 2022 Meanwhile, Sunset Terrace residents approached the housing authority board months ago with concerns about unfulfilled maintenance and repair requests, and Harshaw said nothing has changed. Tess Vrbin, Arkansas Online, 17 July 2022 However, Salem falls low on this list partly because EW gave it only a B- upon its premiere, lambasting it for unclear/unfulfilled tone, messaging, and emotion. Amanda Ostuni, EW.com, 28 June 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

unfulfilled

adjective

as in frustrated

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • frustrated
  • disappointed
  • disillusioned
  • dissatisfied
  • disenchanted
  • discontented
  • discontent
  • aggrieved
  • disgruntled
  • displeased
  • malcontent
  • upset
  • disquieted
  • disturbed
  • unhappy
  • perturbed
  • dejected
  • joyless
  • despairing
  • despondent
  • downhearted
  • disconsolate
  • depressed
  • sorrowful
  • inconsolable
  • sad
  • forlorn
  • doleful
  • downcast
  • hangdog
  • mournful
  • low-spirited
  • miserable
  • down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • satisfied
  • contented
  • content
  • happy
  • pleased
  • joyous
  • joyful
  • blissful
  • gratified
  • glad
  • delighted
  • triumphant
  • exultant
  • jubilant
  • elated
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