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purpose vs idea

idea vs purpose

purpose and idea both are nouns.

purpose is a verb but idea is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
purpose Yes No Yes No
idea Yes No No No
As nouns, idea is a hyponym of purpose; that is, idea is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than purpose:
  • purpose: an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
  • idea: your intention; what you intend to do
Other hyponyms of purpose include mind, cross-purpose, final cause, sake, view, will.
purpose (noun) idea (noun)
what something is used for the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose your intention; what you intend to do
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth
a personal view
(music) melodic subject of a musical composition
purpose (verb) idea (verb)
reach a decision
propose or intend
Difference between purpose and idea

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