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on purpose

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Explanation of "on purpose"

Definition:
The phrase "on purpose" is an adverb that means something is done with intention or deliberately. When someone does something "on purpose," it means they meant to do it and it was not a mistake.

Usage Instructions:
  • Use "on purpose" when you want to explain that an action was intentional.
  • It is often used to contrast with the phrase "by accident," which means something happened unintentionally.
Examples:

  1. Simple Example:

    • "I spilled my drink on purpose to get attention." (This means the person intended to spill the drink.)

  2. In a Question:

    • "Did you break that vase on purpose?" (This asks if the person intended to break the vase.)
Advanced Usage:
  • "On purpose" can be used in various contexts, such as in conversations about plans, actions, or behaviors.
  • Example: "She changed her hairstyle on purpose to look different for the event." (This indicates that she made a deliberate choice about her appearance.)
Word Variants:

  • Intentionally: This is a synonym for "on purpose."
    Example: "He left the door open intentionally."

  • Deliberately: Another synonym that also means to do something with careful consideration.
    Example: "She deliberately chose to study late at night."

Different Meanings:
  • "On purpose" specifically refers to actions that are intentional. It does not have other meanings but is often contrasted with unintentional actions.
Synonyms:
  • Intentionally
  • Deliberately
  • Purposefully
  • Consciously
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

  • By accident: This means something happened unintentionally.
    Example: "I found the lost book by accident."

  • On purpose vs. by accident: This is a common contrast used in English to clarify whether an action was intentional or not.

Summary:
  • "On purpose" means doing something with intention.
Adverb
  1. with intention; in an intentional manner
    • he used that word intentionally
    • I did this by choice

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