Meaning of on purpose in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Adverb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Adverb

    on purpose

    Definitions

    1. with intention

    Examples

    • « in an intentional manner »
    • « he used that word intentionally »
    • « I did this by choice »

    Antonyms

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