intended

[in-ten-did] / ɪnˈtɛn dɪd /

ADJECTIVE

engaged; destined

Synonyms

STRONGEST

calculated contracted designed expected planned predetermined promised proposed

STRONG

advised affianced betrothed contemplated meant pinned plighted prearranged predestined set steady

WEAK

accidentally on purpose aforethought asked for future intentional

Antonyms

STRONG

unfixed

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Ceredigion council said the charges would manage the "very high demand for seafront parking more fairly" while attracting more tourists, adding that the fees were not intended to make money.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently announced initiatives intended to rein in antidepressants.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Now, as we intended when siting the center in Jackson Park, many more will visit the South Side.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026

I assume this payment is intended to satisfy all future support obligations.

From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026

Dad glances back over his shoulder, obviously glad to see his little show has had its intended effect.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

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