a higher purpose

noun

: a more meaningful reason to live, work, etc.

He was searching for a higher purpose.

Examples of a higher purpose in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Ground your pitch in a higher purpose, showing how the work will make a positive difference and drive the business forward. — Robert Hogeboom, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

But Joyce’s job at the pet store served a higher purpose. — Eliza Griswold, New Yorker, 22 June 2026

In a world where the platforms these companies have created have become so ingrained in society and daily life, Galloway is also asking consumers to reflect upon giving up convenience for a higher purpose. — Kristin Stoller, Fortune, 28 Feb. 2026

Much like Musk, Tarifi claims that his company’s version of AGI will serve a higher purpose, improving the human experience on a global scale. — Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 1 Jan. 2026

Rhymes for a higher purpose

• multipurpose