adj
purposive
Purposive (adj) means serving a particular purpose; useful; adapted to a given purpose, especially through natural evolution.
adj
1
Serving a particular purpose; useful; adapted to a given purpose, especially through natural evolution.
2
Done or performed with a conscious purpose or intent.
3
Pertaining to purpose, as reflected in behaviour or mental activity.
4
Pertaining to or demonstrating purpose.
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Etymology
From purpose + -ive. Compare purpositive.
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What is the meaning of purposive?
"purposive" (adj) means serving a particular purpose; useful; adapted to a given purpose, especially through natural evolution.
What are the different meanings of purposive?
"purposive" has 3 main meanings: 1. Serving a particular purpose; useful; adapted to a given purpose, especially through natural evolution; 2. Done or performed with a conscious purpose or intent; 3. Pertaining to purpose, as reflected in behaviour or mental activity.