The Opposite(Antonym) of “fulfilled”
The antonym of fulfilled is unfulfilled, unsatisfied, and discontent. The antonyms unfulfilled, unsatisfied, and discontent convey a negative or dissatisfied emotional state. It implies a lack of satisfaction, achievement, or contentment.
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Definitions and Examples of unfulfilled, unsatisfied, discontent
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not having achieved one's goals or desires; feeling incomplete or unsatisfied.
Example
Despite his success in his career, he felt unfulfilled because he had not found love.
Not feeling content or fulfilled; experiencing dissatisfaction or disappointment.
Example
She was unsatisfied with the quality of the food at the restaurant and asked for a refund.
A feeling of dissatisfaction or unhappiness with one's situation or circumstances.
Example
The workers expressed their discontent with the low wages and poor working conditions.
Key Differences: unfulfilled vs unsatisfied vs discontent
- 1Unfulfilled describes a lack of achievement or satisfaction in one's goals or desires.
- 2Unsatisfied describes a general feeling of discontent or disappointment.
- 3Discontent is a noun that describes a feeling of dissatisfaction or unhappiness with one's situation or circumstances.
Effective Usage of unfulfilled, unsatisfied, discontent
- 1Express Dissatisfaction: Use unfulfilled, unsatisfied, and discontent to express dissatisfaction or disappointment.
- 2Set Goals: Use fulfilled as a motivator to achieve one's goals and desires.
- 3Reflect on Life: Use these antonyms to reflect on one's life and assess areas of improvement.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Unfulfilled describes a lack of achievement or satisfaction in one's goals or desires, unsatisfied describes a general feeling of discontent or disappointment, and discontent is a noun that describes a feeling of dissatisfaction or unhappiness with one's situation or circumstances. Use these words to express dissatisfaction, set goals, and reflect on one's life.
