PURPORT

/ˈpɜːpɔːt/ ► audio Scrabble 11 Words With Friends 14

Scrabble letter values: P3U1R1P3O1R1T1 = 11

Definition

  1. verb have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming.
  2. verb propose or intend. — synonyms: aim, purpose, propose
  3. noun the intended meaning of a communication. — synonyms: intent, spirit
  4. noun the pervading meaning or tenor. — synonyms: drift

Examples

  • “The letter purports to express people's opinion”
  • “I aim to arrive at noon”
  • “caught the general drift of the conversation”

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