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aim vs purpose

purpose vs aim

aim and purpose both are nouns.

aim and purpose both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
aim Yes No Yes No
purpose Yes No Yes No
As nouns, aim and purpose are synonyms defined as:
  • aim and purpose: an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Other synonyms of aim include design, intent, intention.
As verbs, aim and purpose are synonyms defined as:
  • aim and purpose: propose or intend
Other synonyms of aim include propose, purport.
aim (noun) purpose (noun)
the action of directing something at an object what something is used for
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies
aim (verb) purpose (verb)
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal reach a decision
propose or intend propose or intend
specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public
direct (a remark) toward an intended goal
move into a desired direction of discourse
point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards
intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
Difference between aim and purpose

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