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Purposefully: meaning, definitions and examples

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purposefully

 

[ หˆpษœหrpษ™sflษช ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a deliberate and intentional manner

Done with a clear intention or goal in mind; intentionally and on purpose. Acting with determination and focus.

Synonyms

consciously, deliberately, intentionally, intently

Examples of usage

  • He purposefully ignored her comments during the meeting.
  • She purposefully practiced her speech before the presentation.
  • They purposefully chose to take the longer route to enjoy the scenic views.
Context #2 | Adjective

with a clear goal or intention

Having or showing determination and resolve in achieving a specific goal or purpose; intentional in one's actions.

Synonyms

conscious, deliberate, intentional, intentioned

Examples of usage

  • The purposefully designed logo reflected the company's values.
  • She gave a purposefully vague answer to avoid revealing too much information.
  • The purposefully chosen color scheme created a calming atmosphere.

Translations

Translations of the word "purposefully" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น intencionalmente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคพเคจเคฌเฅ‚เคเค•เคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช absichtlich

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan sengaja

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะฒะผะธัะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ celowo

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆ„ๅ›ณ็š„ใซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dรฉlibรฉrรฉment

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ deliberadamente

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kasฤฑtlฤฑ olarak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜๋„์ ์œผ๋กœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุนู…ู’ุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รบmyslnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ รบmyselne

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ•…ๆ„ๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ namenoma

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ viljandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐัะฐา›ะฐะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒœแƒ–แƒ แƒแƒฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qษ™sdษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ deliberadamente

Word origin

The word 'purposefully' is derived from the noun 'purpose,' which originates from the Old French 'purpos' meaning intention or aim. Over time, the adverb 'purposefully' evolved to signify actions or behaviors done with a clear goal in mind. The concept of purpose has been integral to human endeavors throughout history, guiding individuals in their pursuits and decision-making processes.

See also: multipurpose, purposed, purposeful, purposeless, purposelessly, purposelessness, purposes, repurpose, repurposing.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,701, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.