purpose
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
If your goal is broader — creating a small family nest egg that can be used for any purpose — a Roth IRA or taxable brokerage account offers more flexibility.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
Amid all his collecting, he was searching for a purpose equal to the weight of his coin.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Even if you never bore witness to that outrageous performance, its elemental alchemy vibrates in the band’s most popular songs, each of them calling to us with purpose.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
BBC Verify asked the White House how the plans and purpose of the ballroom had changed since it was first announced - it said they hadn't.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
When he was younger, before he’d found purpose in his mushroom garden, he’d wandered these woods every day.
From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman
Vocabulary lists containing purpose
The SAT: Language of the Test, List 2
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The Language of Standardized Tests, List 1
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade7)
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
