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be purposeful
[bi ˈpɜːrpəsfəl]
verb phrase
ser propositado
1.
to act with a clear intention or determined aim; to do something deliberately and with specific goals in mind
She is purposeful in her approach to achieving her goals.
Ela é propositada em sua abordagem para alcançar seus objetivos.
2.
to have or show purpose; to demonstrate deliberate action rather than chance or accident
His movements were purposeful and confident.
Seus movimentos eram propositados e confiantes.
Synonyms
be deliberate
be intentional
be determined
be resolute
act with purpose
Antonyms
be aimless
be random
be accidental
be indecisive
wander aimlessly
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
ser propositado
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
ser intencional
Alternative form frequently used
Rio de Janeiro
ser propositado
Standard regional usage
Portugal
ser intencional
Preferred in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
on purpose
with intent
with a clear objective
com propósito definido
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