purposely Meaning & Definition
/ˈpɝpəsli/
What Does Purposely Mean?
Purposely is used as an adverb meaning On purpose; intentionally.
Purposely at a Glance
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈpɝpəsli// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | deliberately, intentionally and by design |
| Antonyms | unexpectedly, unintentionally and accidentally |
| Comparative / superlative | more purposely, most purposely |
Purposely Definition (Adverb)
- On purpose; intentionally.
I purposely left the door unlocked.
Synonyms of Purposely
Purposely synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Purposely
Purposely in a Sentence
I purposely left the door unlocked.
Word Forms & Grammar
purposely (comparative more purposely, superlative most purposely)
Origin of Purposely
From Middle English purposly; equivalent to purpose + -ly.
How Do You Say Purposely?
Purposely is pronounced //ˈpɝpəsli// and has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Purposely
What part of speech is purposely?
Purposely is an adverb.
What is another word for purposely?
Close synonyms of purposely are deliberately, intentionally and by design. See the full list of purposely synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of purposely?
Antonyms of purposely include unexpectedly, unintentionally, accidentally and circumstantially.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of purposely?
The comparative form is more purposely and the superlative form is most purposely.