purpose - Meaning in Konkani

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purpose - Meaning in Konkani

purpose Word Forms & Inflections

Definitions and Meaning of purpose in English

purpose noun

1. the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose

   Synonyms

   determination

   Examples

   • "he is a man of purpose"
   • "his determination showed in his every movement"
2. what something is used for

   Synonyms

   function, role, use, use, use

   Examples

   • "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?"
   • "the function of an auger is to bore holes"
3. an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

   Synonyms

   aim, aim, design, intent, intention

   Examples

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

purpose verb

1. reach a decision

   Synonyms

   resolve

   Example

   • "he resolved never to drink again"
2. propose or intend

   Synonyms

   aim, aim, propose, purport

   Example

   • "I aim to arrive at noon"

Synonyms of purpose

• determination
• function, role, use
• aim, design, intent, intention
• resolve
• aim, propose, purport

More matches for purpose

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