intent

noun
UK: /ɪnˈtent/
US: /ɪnˈtent/

  1. A plan or purpose.

    1. My intent was to help, not to harm you.
    2. The company announced its intent to expand into new markets next year.

  2. The state of mind at the time of an action; what you mean to do.

    1. She had no intent to cause trouble.
    2. The judge will consider the defendant's intent when handing down the sentence.

Synonyms

intention resolve design purpose determination aim goal
intent adjective

  1. Determined to do something.

    1. I am intent on finishing this project.
    2. She was intent on proving everyone wrong about her abilities to succeed.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "intent" in English means: A plan or purpose., The state of mind at the time of an action; what you mean to do..

The phonetic transcription of "intent" is /ɪnˈtent/ in British English and /ɪnˈtent/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "intent": intention, resolve, design, purpose, determination, aim, goal.

Example usage of "intent": "My intent was to help, not to harm you.". More examples on the page.