having a useful purpose; acting with a clear aim and with determination Purposeful work is an important part of the regime for young offenders. She looked purposeful and determined.
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NAmE//ˈpərpəsfəli//
adverb Edward strode purposefully toward the door. noun [uncountable]See purposeful in the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary
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