purposely

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English

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Etymology

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From Middle English purposly; equivalent to purpose +‎ -ly.

Pronunciation

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Adverb

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purposely (comparative more purposely, superlative most purposely)

  1. On purpose; intentionally.
    Synonyms: deliberately, intentionally, purposefully, wilfully, willfully (Use of purposefully as a synonym for purposely is proscribed)
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