purposely

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Adverb 1.2.1 Usage notes 1.2.2 Synonyms 1.2.3 Related terms 1.2.4 Translations

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[edit] Pronunciation

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[edit] Adverb

purposely (comparative more purposely, superlative most purposely)

1. on purpose; intentionally

[edit] Usage notes

• Do not confuse purposely with purposefully, which has a different meaning. See the usage notes for "purposefully".

[edit] Synonyms

• deliberately
• intentionally
• on purpose
• wilfully, willfully

[edit] Related terms

• purpose

[edit] Translations