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purpose

noun

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions; "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 d
Synonyms: aim, design, intent, intention
what something is used for; "the function of an auger is to bore holes"; "ballet is beautiful but what use is it?"
Synonyms: function, role, use
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; "his determination showed in his every movement"; "he is a man of purpose"
Synonyms: determination

verb

propose or intend; "I aim to arrive at noon"
Synonyms: aim, propose, purport
reach a decision; "he resolved never to drink again"
Synonyms: resolve