function vs purpose

purpose vs function

function and purpose both are nouns.

function and purpose both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
function	Yes	No	Yes	No
purpose	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, function and purpose are synonyms defined as:

function and purpose: what something is used for

Other synonyms of function include role, use.

function (noun)	purpose (noun)
the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group	what something is used for
what something is used for	the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program	an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
a formal or official social gathering or ceremony of people
a formal or official social gathering or ceremony
(mathematics) a mathematical relation such that each element of a given set (the domain of the function) is associated with an element of another set (the range of the function)
a relation such that one thing is dependent on another

function (verb)	purpose (verb)
perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function	reach a decision
perform as expected when applied	propose or intend
serve a purpose, role, or function

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