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purpose vs function

function vs purpose

purpose and function both are nouns.

purpose and function both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
purpose Yes No Yes No
function Yes No Yes No
As nouns, purpose and function are synonyms defined as:
  • purpose and function: what something is used for
Other synonyms of purpose include role, use.
purpose (noun) function (noun)
what something is used for the actions and activities assigned to or required or expected of a person or group
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose what something is used for
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program
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
purpose (verb) function (verb)
reach a decision perform duties attached to a particular office or place or function
propose or intend perform as expected when applied
serve a purpose, role, or function
Difference between purpose and function

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