purposely
/'pə:pəsli/
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Definition
Adverb: With deliberate intention; on purpose; not by accident or chance.
Usage
The adverb "purposely" is used to describe an action that is done consciously and deliberately. It emphasizes that the action was a result of a specific intention or decision, not an accident or a mistake. It is often used to clarify the motive behind an action.
Examples
- She purposely arrived early to get a good seat.
- He purposely ignored the email because he was too busy to respond.
- The artist purposely used dark colors to create a somber mood.
- I did not break the vase purposely; it was an accident.
Advanced Usage
- "To do something purposely": This is a common collocation that strongly emphasizes intentionality.
- The software update was purposely designed to be simple for new users.
- It can be used to contrast with actions done "accidentally" or "unintentionally."
- He didn't bump into me purposely; it was very crowded.
Variants and Related Words
- Purposeful (adjective): Having a clear aim or purpose; determined.
- She walked with a purposeful stride.
- Purpose (noun): The reason for which something is done or created.
- The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the budget.
Synonyms
- Intentionally: With awareness and deliberate intent.
- Deliberately: Done consciously and intentionally, often after careful thought.
- Knowingly: With full awareness; consciously.
- Willfully: Stubbornly or intentionally, often with a negative connotation of doing something despite knowing it is wrong.
Antonyms
- Accidentally: By chance; without intention.
- Unintentionally: Not done on purpose; without intent.
- Inadvertently: Without intention; accidentally.
Notes on Usage
"Purposely" is very similar in meaning to "intentionally" and "deliberately." In many contexts, they are interchangeable. However, "deliberately" can sometimes imply more careful consideration or even slowness, while "purposely" focuses more on the existence of a specific aim. "Willfully" often carries a stronger, sometimes negative, connotation of obstinate intent.
Adverb
- with intention; in an intentional manner
- he used that word intentionally
- I did this by choice