Pronunciation

ɪnˈtend

Definitions

• Verb (v): To have a plan or purpose in mind; to mean to do something or cause something to happen. For example: “I intend to finish this project by tonight.”

  • Formal Definition: To have as one’s purpose or intention; to design, destine, or plan for a particular use, application, or result.

  Example Sentence: She intends to study medicine after finishing her undergraduate degree.

• Noun (n): The act of intending, or the state of being intended; purpose, aim, or design.

  Example Sentence: His clear intent was to make amends for past mistakes.

Phrases

• Intend to: Expresses the idea that one plans or has decided on a course of action. Example: “I intend to travel abroad next year.”
• With the intention of: Denotes a specific goal or objective in performing an action. Example: “She went to the library with the intention of finding new research material.”
• Intentionally: Done on purpose, deliberately. Example: “He left the note intentionally to draw attention to his concerns.”

Example Sentences

• Verb: “We intend to leave early tomorrow morning to avoid traffic.”
• Noun: “Your intentions may be good, but your actions have caused confusion.”

Synonyms

• Plan
• Mean
• Purpose
• Aim
• Design
• Intention
• Intentions
• Resolve
• Endeavor
• Purport
• Propose