Dictionary Check: purport
"purport" is a valid word!
Scrabble
11
points
Words with Friends
14
points
Definition
noun
the intended meaning of a communication
noun
the pervading meaning or tenor
Example:
"caught the general drift of the conversation"
verb
have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming
Example:
"The letter purports to express people's opinion"
verb
propose or intend
Example:
"I aim to arrive at noon"
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