purpose

Definition

  • noun: the reason why something is done or used
  • noun: something set up as an object or end to be attained
  • verb: to propose as an aim to oneself
  • synonyms: intention, aim, end

Examples

  • She knew from a young age that her sole 'purpose' (in life) was to be a writer. [=she knew that all she wanted (in life) was to be a writer]

  • We were happy to know that the money was being used 'for a good purpose'. [=for something useful, important, etc.]

  • There's little/no 'purpose' in restarting the process. [=there is little/no reason to start the process again]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) nothing else to live for, so... But as I lay there, waiting for it all to end... I heard her voice. She told me that it wasn't my time. That God had another purpose for me. You, too, have a purpose, Mia. To protect your family. So don't think you're crazy for trying to do that. (..)
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