What does purposefully mean?
Purposefully means In a purposeful (“resolute, determined”) manner: resolutely, determinedly..
Purposefully
/ˈpɜː.pəs.fə.li/ · adverb
Meaning
In a purposeful (“resolute, determined”) manner: resolutely, determinedly..
Definitions by Sense
- In a purposeful (“resolute, determined”) manner: resolutely, determinedly.
- In a purposeful (“intentional”) manner: intentionally, on purpose, purposely, deliberately.
Example Sentences
Jones’ sad eyes betray a pervasive pain his purposefully spare dialogue only hints at, while the perfectly cast Brolin conveys hints of playfulness and warmth while staying true to the craggy stoicism at the character’s core.
[C]riminals are purposefully recruiting young, middle-class university students to do their dirty work “because they know they’re honest” and can be trusted to pass on the stolen cash rather than pocketing it all. Plus, students are cash hungry, as lockdown restrictions have squeezed any income from part-time jobs.
Synonyms for purposefully
Antonyms for purposefully
Related Words
Word Forms
- more purposefully
- most purposefully
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for purposefully?
Common synonyms include deliberately, intentionally, purposely, wilfully.
What is the opposite of purposefully?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use purposefully in a sentence?
Jones’ sad eyes betray a pervasive pain his purposefully spare dialogue only hints at, while the perfectly cast Brolin conveys hints of playfulness and warmth while staying true to the craggy stoicism at the character’s core.
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