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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Australian media reported that the group were intending to continue their journey to Beirut, where they hoped to be issued passports.

From BBC

The bill, which is currently progressing through the House of Lords and is not yet law, is intended to introduce measures to tackle crime and antisocial behaviour and will apply to England and Wales.

From BBC

Any erosion of the CFTC’s ability to regulate transactions in commodity derivatives is a direct threat to the markets and investors Congress intended the agency to oversee.

From The Wall Street Journal

By October, the Southport, Conn.-based company had adopted a shareholder rights plan intended to deter Beretta from amassing more shares.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We very much intend to scale this,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

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