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Purposive

adjective
/ˈpəːpəsɪv/
Word Frequency: 1.0

Definitions

1.adjectiveServing a particular purpose; adapted to a given purpose, especially through natural evolution.
2.adjectiveDone or performed with a conscious purpose or intent.
3.adjectivePertaining to purpose, as reflected in behaviour or mental activity.
4.adjectivePertaining to or demonstrating purpose.
5.adjectivePossessed of a firm purpose.
6.adjective(grammar) Of a clause or conjunction: expressing purpose.

Synonyms

deliberateintentionalpurposefuldeterminedresolutegoal-directednonrandomwilfulfunctionalexpedientusefulteleological

Rhymes With

purpose of
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