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What does purposive mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word purposive? Here's what it means.

Adjective
  1. Serving a particular purpose; adapted to a given purpose, especially through natural evolution. [from 19th c.]
  2. Done or performed with a conscious purpose or intent. [from 19th c.]
  3. (psychology) Pertaining to purpose, as reflected in behaviour or mental activity. [from 19th c.]
  4. Pertaining to or demonstrating purpose. [from 19th c.]
  5. Possessed of a firm purpose; determined, resolute. [from 20th c.]
  6. (grammar) Of a clause or conjunction: expressing purpose. [from 20th c.]
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