purposely

adverb

pur·​pose·​ly ˈpər-pəs-lē 

: with a deliberate or express purpose

Synonyms of purposely

• intentionally
• deliberately

Examples of purposely in a Sentence

the real estate agent purposely withheld information that would have discouraged us from buying the property

Recent Examples on the Web

Milania was charged with simple assault and purposely/knowingly causing a bodily injury, law enforcement previously confirmed. — Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026

Haaland, perhaps purposely for his brand, embodies the Norway of 2026. — Philip Buckingham, New York Times, 10 July 2026

The main social space on the ground floor is purposely uncluttered, all the better to shift easily between poolside family frolics, predinner drinks with guests, and ad hoc performances when the muse strikes. — Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026

The rooms Across the two separate parts of the resort, there are 180 rooms and suites purposely placed between the desert, sea and resort’s lagoon, with nature views out every window. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

purposely

adverb

pur·​pose·​ly ˈpər-pəs-lē 

: with a clear or known purpose

Legal Definition

purposely

adverb

pur·​pose·​ly

: with a deliberate, conscious, or express purpose : intentionally