Pronunciation

/pəˈpɜːrəs/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. The reason or intended use for something; a goal or aim. 2. The function or role of an object or person in a particular context. 3. A specific purpose or assignment. (e.g., “The book’s purpose is to educate readers.”)
• Verb: To assign a purpose or determine the function of something. (e.g., “We must determine the purpose of this meeting.”)

Phrases

• “With a clear purpose”
• “Serve a higher purpose”
• “Live life with purpose”
• “Misunderstood his purpose”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Her primary purpose in life was to help others.”
• Verb: “He set out to find the purpose behind the ancient artifact.”
• As a prepositional phrase: “She decided to pursue her purpose in life after a period of reflection.”

Synonyms

• Aim
• Goal
• Intent
• Objective
• Reason
• Aim
• Design
• End
• Mission

Antonyms

• Aimlessness
• Indecision
• Lack of direction
• Purposelessness
• Uncertainty