erfüllter
Translation
fulfilled, gratified, realised, filled
Examples
Ein erfüllter Wunsch macht glücklich.
A fulfilled wish makes one happy.
Er führte ein erfülltes Leben.
He led a fulfilled life.
Grammar Patterns
((as an attribute)) before a noun An erfüllter Traum became reality.
((as a predicate)) after a verb His life was erfüllt.
Similar Words
Synonyms: satisfied, happy; Antonyms: unfulfilled, empty
Etymology
Past participle of 'erfüllen' (to fill, fulfill). The prefix 'er-' indicates completion, and 'füllen' means 'to fill'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a cup being 'filled up' (erfüllt) with happiness or purpose.