Purposeful
/ˈpɜːrpəsfəl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Done with intention or deliberate aim.
The contract contained purposeful language to avoid ambiguity.
- (adj.) Having a clear and resolute objective.
The lawyer made a purposeful argument to persuade the court.
Forms
- purposefully
- purposefulness
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'purposeful' underscores deliberate intent, often crucial in interpreting statutes or contracts.
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