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purposely | intentional |

As an adverb purposely

is on purpose; intentionally.

As an adjective intentional is

intended or planned; done deliberately or voluntarily.

purposely

English

Adverb

(en adverb)
  • on purpose; intentionally

    • Synonyms

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

    Related terms

    * purpose

    intentional

    English

    Adjective

    (en adjective)
  • Intended or planned; done deliberately or voluntarily.
  • (legal) Done with intent.

    • Antonyms

    * unintentional

    Derived terms

    * intentionally