purposeful (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈpɜː.pəs.fəl/

Definition

Having or showing a lot of determination to achieve a particular aim.

Examples

• He made a purposeful effort to learn Spanish before his trip.

• The team's purposeful approach led them to victory.

• Her actions were always purposeful, never random.

How to Use purposeful

purposeful about (prepositional phrase)

Having a clear intention or aim regarding something. — "She was very purposeful about her career choices."

purposeful in (prepositional phrase)

Showing clear intention or aim in a particular area or activity. — "He was purposeful in his search for a new job."

Synonyms of purposeful

Words with a similar meaning to purposeful:

• determined
• resolute
• driven
• intent

Antonyms of purposeful

Words with the opposite meaning to purposeful:

• aimless
• random
• indecisive

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