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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

purposive

/ˈpɜːr.pəsɪv/ adjective · British & US
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What does purposive mean?

adjective

Having a purpose or intention; intended to achieve a particular end.

Example

"The company's new policy is a purposive effort to reduce waste and increase efficiency."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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