Meaning & use
purposeful
Having a clear aim or intention, and acting with determination to achieve it.
See it in a sentence
She walked into the meeting with a purposeful stride, ready to make her case.
The team took a purposeful approach to fixing the software bug, testing each part methodically.
A note on using this word
Purposeful describes actions or manner, not just goals; it highlights visible determination and focus.
Words with a similar meaning
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Words with an opposite meaning
aimlesshalf-hearted
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