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Purpose
ˈpəːpəs
Purpose definitions
noun
purpose
purposes
- the reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists
"the purpose of the meeting is to appoint a trustee"
motive motivation grounds cause impetus occasion reason point basis justification intention aim object objective goal end plan scheme target advantage benefit good use usefulness value merit worth gain profit avail result outcome effect function role- a particular requirement or consideration, typically one that is temporary or restricted in scope or extent
"state pensions are considered as earned income for tax purposes"
- a person's sense of resolve or determination
"there was a new sense of purpose in her step as she set off"
determination resoluteness resolution resolve firmness (of purpose) steadfastness backbone drive push thrust enthusiasm ambition initiative enterprise motivation single-mindedness commitment conviction dedication
verb
purpose
purposed
purposes
purposing
- design or intend (something) for a particular use
"the clinic was specifically purposed for that age group"
- have (something) as one's intention or objective
"all this God purposed, and all this he has accomplished"