Purpose

Portuguese Meaning

propósito

objetivo

fim

intenção

decisão

desígnio

resolução

propor

intentar

planejar

pretender

tencionar

ter a intenção de

ter o propósito de

English Meaning

  1. The object toward which one strives or for which something exists; an aim or a goal: "And ever those, who would enjoyment gain/Must find it in the purpose they pursue” ( Sarah Josepha Hale).
  2. A result or effect that is intended or desired; an intention. See Synonyms at intention.
  3. Determination; resolution: He was a man of purpose.
  4. The matter at hand; the point at issue.
  5. To intend or resolve to perform or accomplish.
  6. on purpose Intentionally; deliberately.
  7. to good purpose With good results.
  8. little With few or no results.