Proposed vs. Purposed
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Difference Between Proposed and Purposed
Proposedverb
To put forward for consideration, discussion, or adoption; suggest
propose a change in the law.Purposednoun
The object toward which one strives or for which something exists; an aim or goal
Her purpose in coming here is to talk to you. The purpose of an airliner is to transport people.Proposedverb
To recommend (a person) for a position, office, or membership; nominate.
Purposednoun
Determination; resolution
He was a man of purpose.Proposedverb
To offer (a toast to be drunk).
Purposedverb
To intend or resolve
"the gap between what is said and what is purposed" (Ian Donaldson).ADVERTISEMENT
Proposedverb
To make known as one's intention; purpose or intend
proposed to buy and run a farm.Purposedadjective
Intentional, deliberate.
Proposedverb
To form or make a proposal, especially of marriage.
Purposedadjective
(rare) Having a purpose or aim; determined.
Proposedverb
simple past tense and past participle of propose
Purposedverb
simple past tense and past participle of purpose
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Proposedadjective
planned for the future;
the first volume of a proposed series
