purposeful
UK: ˈpɜːpəsfl | US: ˈpɜːrpəsfl
adj. having or showing determination or resolve; intentional
adj. serving a useful purpose; functional
purposeful = purpose<aim> + ful<adjective suffix>
- purpose: From Old French porpos ("intention"), from Latin propositum ("thing proposed"), from proponere ("to set forth").
- ful: A suffix derived from Old English -full ("full of"), used to form adjectives indicating "having the quality of."
Etymology Origin:
The word "purposeful" combines "purpose," rooted in the Latin propositum (a deliberate plan or goal), with the suffix "-ful," which conveys abundance or possession of a quality. This fusion creates an adjective describing someone or something that is deliberate, resolute, or functionally designed. The evolution reflects a logical shift from "having a purpose" to "acting with intention."
She walked with a purposeful stride, clearly focused on her destination.
The design is both aesthetic and purposeful, ensuring efficiency.
His purposeful approach to studying earned him top grades.
The speech was purposeful, aiming to inspire action.
Every detail in the room served a purposeful function.