purposeful
Translation
purposeful, determined, intentional
Examples
She took a purposeful step forward.
She took a purposeful step forward.
He leads a very purposeful life.
He leads a very purposeful life.
Grammar Patterns
a purposeful ((action/look/etc.)) showing that you know what you want to do. She gave him a purposeful look.
Similar Words
Synonyms: determined, intentional, deliberate; Antonyms: aimless, purposeless
Etymology
From 'purpose' + '-ful' (full of). Literally 'full of purpose'.
Memory Tips
Someone who is 'full' of 'purpose' is purposeful. They know what they want and are determined to get it.