Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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purpose | Yes | No | Yes | No |
purport | Yes | No | Yes | No |
purpose (noun) | purport (noun) |
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what something is used for | the pervading meaning or tenor |
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose | the intended meaning of a communication |
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions |
purpose (verb) | purport (verb) |
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reach a decision | propose or intend |
propose or intend | have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming |