intend

[in-tend] / ɪnˈtɛnd /

VERB

have in mind; determine

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aim contemplate design designate destine expect mean plan propose resolve think try

STRONG

appoint attempt connote decree dedicate denote devote endeavor essay express import indicate meditate ordain plot purpose reserve scheme signify spell strive

WEAK

add up aspire to be determined be resolved figure on have in mind hope to look forward set apart set aside

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disbelieve disregard forget ignore neglect

STRONG

be idle dismiss misuse use waste

Example Sentences

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"They were intending to take somebody, but have taken the wrong person," Det Acting Supt Andrew Marks told reporters on Monday, adding that no ransom note had been received.

From BBC

Canada’s strategy intends to award defense contracts to domestic firms.

From The Wall Street Journal

It is unclear where he intended to travel to.

From BBC

Bass, for her part, has downplayed any hard feelings, saying she intends to run on her record — including her collaboration with Raman.

From Los Angeles Times

But she didn’t tell the father exactly where or when she intended to relocate with their child, according to court documents.

From The Wall Street Journal

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