DICTOMETER

PURPOSE

(purpose, fin, finalidad, propósito, formål, hensikt)

1. Synonyms:
   • Purpose
   • Intent
   • Intention
   • Aim
   • Design
   Definitions:
   • an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
   Examples:
   • His intent was to provide a new translation
   • Good intentions are not enough
   • It was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs
   • He made no secret of his designs
   
   
2. Synonyms:
   • Function
   • Purpose
   • Role
   • Use
   Definitions:
   • what something is used for
   Examples:
   • The function of an auger is to bore holes
   • Ballet is beautiful but what use is it?
   
   
3. Synonyms:
   • Determination
   • Purpose
   Definitions:
   • the quality of being determined to do or achieve something
   • firmness of purpose
   Examples:
   • His determination showed in his every movement
   • He is a man of purpose
   
   

1. Synonyms:
   • Aim
   • Purpose
   • Purport
   • Propose
   Definitions:
   • propose or intend
   Examples:
   • I aim to arrive at noon
   
   
2. Synonyms:
   • Purpose
   • Resolve
   Definitions:
   • reach a decision
   Examples:
   • He resolved never to drink again