Purpose: meaning, definitions and examples

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purpose

[ ˈpəːpəs ]

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general

The reason for which something is done or created or for which something exists.

Synonyms

goal, motive, objective, reason

Examples of usage

The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the new project.
Her purpose in life is to help others.
The main purpose of the research is to find a cure for the disease.

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formal

Have as one's intention or objective.

Synonyms

aim, intend, plan, propose

Examples of usage

She purposed to visit her grandmother every week.
He purposed to finish the project by the end of the month.

Translations

Translations of the word "purpose" in other languages:

🇵🇹 propósito

🇮🇳 उद्देश्य

🇩🇪 Zweck

🇮🇩 tujuan

🇺🇦 мета

🇵🇱 cel

🇯🇵 目的（もくてき）

🇫🇷 but

objectif
intention

🇪🇸 propósito

🇹🇷 amaç

🇰🇷 목적

🇸🇦 غرض

🇨🇿 účel

🇸🇰 účel

🇨🇳 目的 (mùdì)

🇸🇮 namen

🇮🇸 tilgangur

🇰🇿 мақсат

🇬🇪 მიზანი

🇦🇿 məqsəd

🇲🇽 propósito

Word origin

The word 'purpose' originated from the Old French word 'porpos' which derived from the Latin word 'propositum', meaning 'put forth'. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent the reason behind an action or the intention of a person or thing. The concept of purpose has been explored in various philosophical and religious contexts, emphasizing the importance of having a clear aim or goal in life.