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Intentionally vs Purposely - What's the difference?

intentionally | purposely |

Purposely is a antonym of intentionally.

Purposely is a synonym of intentionally.



As adverbs the difference between intentionally and purposely

is that intentionally is in an intentional manner, on purpose while purposely is on purpose; intentionally.

intentionally

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • In an intentional manner, on purpose.

    • Antonyms

    * unintentionally

    purposely

    English

    Adverb

    (en adverb)
  • on purpose; intentionally

    • Synonyms

    * deliberately * intentionally * on purpose * wilfully, willfully * purposefully (proscribed)

    Related terms

    * purpose