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What is another word for Purposeful? – 169 Purposeful Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    intentional deliberate purpose-driven calculated conscious mindful aimed directed focused goal-oriented targeted resolute determined unwavering unshakeable firm steadfast single-minded driven motivated passionate dedicated committed absorbed engrossed preoccupied attentive observant vigilant watchful heedful considerate thoughtful reflective methodical systematic organized structured planned premeditated designed intended meant planned prearranged predetermined set decided fixed deliberate willful voluntary intentional knowing witting aware cognizant informed enlightened

    Meaning of Purposeful

    Having a clear intention or objective

    Definitions

    • Having a clear intention or objective, or being done with a specific intention or objective
    • * Showing intention or purpose, or being done with a specific intention or purpose

    Etymology of Purposeful

    The word "purposeful" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the noun "purpose" and the suffix "-ful", which forms adjectives indicating full of or having a tendency to
    Historically, the word has been used to describe actions, behaviors, or individuals that demonstrate a clear intention, objective, or goal

    Example Uses

    • She walked with a purposeful stride, her eyes fixed on the finish line
    • * The company has taken purposeful steps to reduce its carbon footprint
    • * He made a purposeful decision to change careers and pursue his passion

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    aimless purposeless idle lazy indifferent apathetic lethargic sluggish lackadaisical half-hearted unenthusiastic unmotivated uncommitted uninterested careless reckless thoughtless unintentional accidental haphazard random spontaneous casual cursory superficial frivolous irresponsible lackluster perfunctory

    Related Nouns

    purpose intention objective goal aim target mission vision aspiration ambition drive motivation passion dedication commitment resolve determination focus concentration attention awareness mindfulness

    Related Verbs

    intend purpose aim target strive drive motivate inspire dedicate commit resolve determine focus concentrate attend observe watch heed consider reflect plan design premeditate

    Related Adjectives

    intentional deliberate conscious mindful aimed directed focused goal-oriented targeted resolute determined unwavering unshakeable firm steadfast single-minded driven motivated passionate dedicated committed absorbed engrossed preoccupied attentive observant vigilant watchful heedful considerate thoughtful reflective methodical systematic organized structured