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purposeful
pur·pose·ful [ púrpəssfəl ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. determined: showing a clear determination
She set off with a purposeful stride.
2. having goal: having a definite purpose or aim
purposeful activity

pur·pose·ful·ly adverb
pur·pose·ful·ness noun

Word Usage

See purposely.
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