cross-purpose

Other forms: cross-purposes

Definitions of cross-purpose
  1. noun
    a contrary aim
    “at cross-purposes”
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    type of:
    aim, design, intent, intention, mission, purpose
    an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
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