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purposeful

/ˈpɜːrpəsfəl/
adjective★Intermediate— done with intention and determination
formalinformal

Having or showing a clear intention or purpose; deliberate and determined

His purposeful walk suggested he knew exactly where he was going.

His walk was deliberate and determined, showing he knew his destination.

She gave a purposeful nod to indicate her agreement.

She nodded in a deliberate and intentional way to show she agreed.

💡

Often used to describe actions, movements, or decisions that are intentional and goal-oriented.

Collocations

purposeful actionan action done with clear intentionpurposeful walka walk that is deliberate and determinedpurposeful decisiona decision made with clear intention

Synonyms

deliberateintentionaldeterminedresolutefocused

Antonyms

aimlessrandomaccidentalunintentionalhesitant

💡Pro Tip

Common Usage

Use 'purposeful' to describe actions, movements, or decisions that are intentional and goal-oriented.

📖Word Origin

From 'purpose' (intention) + '-ful' (full of), first recorded in the late 16th century.

📝Usage Notes

Often used to describe people, actions, or decisions that are intentional and goal-driven. Can be positive (showing determination) or neutral (simply indicating intention).

Word Breakdown

purpose
intention or aim
root
+
-ful
full of
suffix
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