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purposeful
/ˈpɜːrpəsfəl/
done with intention and determination
She made a purposeful decision to change her career path.
She made a decision with clear intention and determination to change her career.
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
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
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