Ulterior purpose Synonyms

Definitions for Ulterior


  • (adjective) lying beyond what is openly revealed or avowed (especially being kept in the background or deliberately concealed )
  • (adjective) beyond or outside an area of immediate interest; remote
  • (adjective) coming at a subsequent time or stage

Definitions for Purpose


  • (noun) something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
  • (noun) the action for which a person or thing is specially fitted or used or for which a thing exists
  • (verb) to have in mind as a purpose or goal