Word Information

Purpose

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Definitions for Purpose

noun
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
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  1. his intent was to provide a new translation
  2. good intentions are not enough
  3. it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs
  4. he made no secret of his designs
noun
what something is used for
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  1. the function of an auger is to bore holes
  2. ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
noun
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something
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  1. firmness of purpose
  2. his determination showed in his every movement
  3. he is a man of purpose
verb
propose or intend
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  1. I aim to arrive at noon
verb
reach a decision
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  1. he resolved never to drink again

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