Definition of purport

noun (n)

• the intended meaning of a communication (noun.communication)

  Synonym: intent, spirit
  

  source: wordnet30
• the pervading meaning or tenor (noun.cognition)

  Synonym: drift
  

  source: wordnet30
• Design or tendency; meaning; import; tenor. (noun)

  source: webster1913

verb (v)

• have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (verb.communication)

  Example:
  The letter purports to express people's opinion.
  

  source: wordnet30
• propose or intend (verb.cognition)

  Synonym: aim, propose, purpose
  

  source: wordnet30
• To intend to show; to intend; to mean; to signify; to import; -- often with an object clause or infinitive. (verb)

  source: webster1913

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