purpose
- noun (n)
Meaning: intention, meaning, aim
Synonyms:
ambition
animus
aspiration
big idea
bourn
calculation
design
desire
destination
determination
direction
dream
drift
end
expectation
function
goal
hope
idea
intendment
intent
mecca
mission
object
objective
plan
point
premeditation
principle
project
proposal
proposition
prospect
reason
resolve
scheme
scope
target
ulterior motive
view
whatfor
where one’s headed
whole idea
why and wherefore
whyfor
will
wish
- noun (n)
Meaning: persistence, resolve
Synonyms:
confidence
constancy
determination
faith
firmness
resolution
single-mindedness
steadfastness
tenacity
will
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