Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unfulfilled dream

Noun
ʌnˈfʊlˌfɪlɪd driːm
Definition
A desire or aspiration that has not been achieved or realized.
Examples
  • After years of hard work, he finally realized his unfulfilled dream of becoming a published author.
  • Many people carry unfulfilled dreams with them throughout their lives, thinking about what could have been.
  • She often reflects on her unfulfilled dream of traveling the world when she was younger.
Meaning
An unfulfilled dream refers to goals or ambitions that a person has not been able to reach or accomplish, often leading to feelings of disappointment or longing.
Synonyms
  • unrealized aspiration
  • unachieved goal
  • lost hope