Words with a similar base: purpose

'purpose'
[purpose.n.01] as in: an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions


Examples:
his intent was to provide a new translation
good intentions are not enough
it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs
he made no secret of his designs



'purpose'
[function.n.02] as in: what something is used for


Examples:
the function of an auger is to bore holes
ballet is beautiful but what use is it?



'purpose'
[determination.n.02] as in: the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose


Examples:
his determination showed in his every movement
he is a man of purpose



'purpose'
[aim.v.02] as in: propose or intend


Examples:
I aim to arrive at noon



'purpose'
[purpose.v.02] as in: reach a decision


Examples:
he resolved never to drink again



					

purpose (English)
├── purpos (Middle English (1100-1500))
│ └── purposer (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
└── purposen (Middle English (1100-1500))


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