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PURPOSELY

(adverb)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Purposely.

How to pronounce purposely:

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Purposely - as an adverb

With intention; in an intentional manner

Example: "He used that word intentionally"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
advisedlyby choiceby designdeliberatelydesignedlyintentionallyon purpose

Example Sentences

"She purposely chose the red dress to stand out at the party."
"He purposely arrived late to avoid the meeting."
"I didn't purposely ignore your calls, I was busy."
"The chef purposely added extra spice to the dish."
"They purposely walked in the opposite direction to confuse us."
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Word Game Points

Is PURPOSELY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, purposely is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PURPOSELY has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is PURPOSELY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, purposely is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PURPOSELY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PURPOSELY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, purposely is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PURPOSELY has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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