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purpose vs aim

aim vs purpose

purpose and aim both are nouns.

purpose and aim both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
purpose Yes No Yes No
aim Yes No Yes No
As nouns, purpose and aim are synonyms defined as:
  • purpose and aim: an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Other synonyms of purpose include design, intent, intention.
As verbs, purpose and aim are synonyms defined as:
  • purpose and aim: propose or intend
Other synonyms of purpose include propose, purport.
purpose (noun) aim (noun)
what something is used for the action of directing something at an object
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies
purpose (verb) aim (verb)
reach a decision have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
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 purpose and aim

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