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Definition of purposeful - 2 dictionary results

pur⋅pose⋅ful

  [pur-puhs-fuhl]
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–adjective
1. having a purpose.
2. determined; resolute.
3. full of meaning; significant.
Origin:
1850–55; purpose + -ful

Related forms:
pur⋅pose⋅ful⋅ly, adverb
pur⋅pose⋅ful⋅ness, noun
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pur·pose·ful   (pûr'pəs-fəl)   
adj.  

  1. Having a purpose; intentional: a purposeful musician.

  2. Having or manifesting purpose; determined: entered the room with a purposeful look.

pur'pose·ful·ly adv., pur'pose·ful·ness n.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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