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aims

NOUN

goal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ambition aspiration desire direction intent intention objective plan purpose target wish

STRONG

course desideratum design end mark object scheme

WEAK

where one is heading

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dislike hate hatred

WEAK

aimlessness avoidance neglect purposelessness thoughtlessness

VERB

point or direct at a goal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

address design direct focus intend mean plan propose target try want

STRONG

angle aspire attempt cast concentrate contemplate covet endeavor essay fix level purpose sight slant steer strive train wish

WEAK

set one's sights on zero in on zoom in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore neglect

STRONG

be idle forget look away

Example Sentences

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The bill aims to regulate more tightly an industry that has been accused of turning reproduction into a commodity and exploiting poor, vulnerable women.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

Adidas nonetheless aims to use the tournament to win over more U.S. customers and close the gap with Nike, its much larger rival.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

These changes are part of Niccol’s turnaround strategy at Starbucks, which aims to address slow service and overly busy coffeehouses.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

The proposal, backed by President Donald Trump, aims to save money and promote long-term corporate focus.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

At least he aims for the trash, but it lands on the floor.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera