| act |
to do something with purpose or energy. [1/9 definitions] |
| action |
something that is done for a particular purpose. [1/6 definitions] |
| adaptable |
abed to be changed in order to serve a different purpose or work in a new way. [1/2 definitions] |
| affront |
something that is said or done on purpose to be rude or mean. [2 definitions] |
| aim |
intention; purpose; goal. [1/6 definitions] |
| aimless |
having no purpose or goal. |
| allot |
to set apart for a particular purpose; assign. [1/2 definitions] |
| allowance |
a sum of money given on a regular basis or allowed for a particular purpose. |
| ally |
to join or unite for a particular purpose (usually followed by "to" or "with"). [2 definitions] |
| appliance |
a device used for a particular purpose. Stoves, refrigerators, toasters, vacuum cleaners, and room heaters are some appliances used in the home. Most applicances use electricity. |
| appropriate |
right for the purpose; proper. [2 definitions] |
| arson |
the crime of burning buildings on purpose. |
| art |
the creation of things whose purpose is to be beautiful or full of meaning. [1/4 definitions] |
| ASPCA |
abbreviation of "American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals," a national organization whose purpose is to take care of lost or stray dogs, cats, and other small animals. This organization tries to find people to adopt these animals as pets. |
| assembly |
a group of people gathered together, usually for a specific purpose. [1/4 definitions] |
| association |
a group of people joined together for a common purpose or by a shared interest. [1/4 definitions] |
| BASIC |
a beginning computer language. BASIC stands for "beginner's all-purpose symbolic instruction code." |
| bazaar |
a sale of many different things for the purpose of raising money for an organization or charity. [1/2 definitions] |
| belt |
a region or area that is known for something or used for a special purpose. [1/3 definitions] |
| blunder |
to act or move in an awkward way or without clear purpose. [1/3 definitions] |
| board |
a flat piece of wood, cardboard, or other stiff material, used for a specific purpose. [1/8 definitions] |