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pur·pose·ful
 purposeful
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- pronunciation:
- puhr
p
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
done with a definite purpose; deliberate.
- synonyms:
- deliberate, intentional
- antonyms:
- purposeless, unintentional
- similar words:
- calculated, conscious, considered, studied, voluntary
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| definition 2: |
having meaning or significant purpose.
Caring for her sick father made her life feel purposeful again.- synonyms:
- meaningful
- antonyms:
- aimless, empty, meaningless, purposeless
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| definition 3: |
having or demonstrating determination; resolute.
He was purposeful in carrying out his terrible plan.- synonyms:
- decided, determined, firm, intent, resolute
- antonyms:
- indecisive, irresolute
- similar words:
- assiduous, decisive, diligent, earnest, fixed, forceful, persistent, steadfast, strong-willed
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| related words: |
earnest, knowing, practical, willful |
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| derivations: |
purposefully (adv.), purposefulness (n.) |
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