PURPOSES
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Purposes.
How to pronounce purposes:
US
Purposes - as a noun
An anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Example: "His intent was to provide a new translation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
aim5design8intent6intention9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
end4goal5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
What something is used for
Example: "The function of an auger is to bore holes"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
function13role4use3Hypernyms (Closely Related)
usefulness13utility10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
Example: "His determination showed in his every movement"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
determination16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
firmness13firmness of purposeresoluteness12resolution10resolve10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The purposes of this meeting are to discuss the project and make important decisions."
"For legal purposes, I require your signature on this document."
"He carried a Swiss army knife for practical purposes."
"She started gardening for therapeutic purposes."
"He used the telescope for scientific purposes."
Word Game Points
Is PURPOSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, purposes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PURPOSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is PURPOSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, purposes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPURPOSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is PURPOSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, purposes is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPURPOSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
