purposes Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition noun. something that one hopes or intends to accomplish; the quality of being determined to do or achieve something Example Sentence A ballpoint pen is adequate for ordinary purposes. Synonyms intent; object; aim; goal; determination Antonyms means; method; way Hear It! Say It! Write It! purposes Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: