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The purpose of this chart is to show progress.
What does Purpose mean?
the reason or goal behind something.
Dictionary definition
The main reason for doing something, or the goal something is meant to serve.
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Purpose in a sentence
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Every tool in the kit has a purpose.
hard
When you know your purpose, your choices become clearer.
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What does purpose mean?
Purpose means the reason or goal behind something.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses purpose correctly?
The correct sentence uses purpose in a way that matches its meaning.
Practice 3
Which word is closest in meaning to purpose?
Goal is close in meaning to purpose.
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Purpose
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pur · pus · strongest beat: pur
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WordPurpose.
Partnoun.
MeaningPurpose means the reason or goal behind something.
ExampleExample: The purpose of this chart is to show progress.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- pur · pus
- Strongest beat
- pur
- Ending
- pus
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on pur.
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Synonyms
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Antonyms
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aimlessnessUse when there is no clear goal.
pointlessnessUse when something has no useful purpose.
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