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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Its so-called "invisible mine" project is intended to limit the mine's environmental footprint.

From Barron's

Paul has fought most of his career at cruiserweight and says he intends to take "some time off" from boxing.

From BBC

The letter referenced “recent federal prosecutions and additional allegations that substantial portions of federal resources were fraudulently diverted away from the American families they were intended to assist.”

From The Wall Street Journal

The vehicle, reminiscent of the iconic VW bus from the 1960s, was also intended to help spearhead a revival of the German brand in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal

There’s evidence throughout the student-loan program that policymakers never intended for borrowers to be dogged by a student loan for their whole lives.

From MarketWatch

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