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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In fact, it often fails to strike the intended chord with prospective viewers.

From Salon

"I have always stated that I did not intend to mislead parliament in any way," she told MSPs.

From BBC

Tom Donaldson, head of Lego's Creative Play Lab, said the tech intended to respond to children's actions and compliment the way they naturally play.

From BBC

If it comes in at 100%, that means a quantum gate—an essential component of quantum machines that enables the execution of quantum algorithms—operates exactly as intended.

From Barron's

Hacking notes there is no detail on what Steel Dynamics intends to pay for the North American assets as part of the deal, which values BlueScope at roughly US$8.8 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal

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