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- DictionaryIn·tent/inˈtent/
noun
- 1. intention or purpose: "with alarm she realized his intent"
adjective
- 1. resolved or determined to do (something): "the administration was intent on achieving greater efficiency"
- 2. (especially of a look) showing earnest and eager attention: "a curiously intent look on her face"
INTENT definition: 1. giving all your attention to something: 2. to be determined to do or achieve something: 3. the…. Learn more.
Definitions of intent. noun. an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions. “his intent was to provide a new translation”. synonyms: aim, design, intention, mission, purpose. see more. noun. the intended meaning of a communication. synonyms: purport, spirit.
3 days ago · something that is intended; aim; purpose; design. 2. the act of intending. 3. law. the will or purpose with which one does an act. 4. implicit meaning; connotation. 5. See to all intents and purposes.
adjective. /ɪnˈtɛnt/ showing strong interest and attention an intent gaze/look His eyes were suddenly intent. His face filled with an intent curiosity. Take your English to the next level. The Oxford Learner’s Thesaurus explains the difference between groups of similar words. Try it for free as part of the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary app.
intent. adjective. uk / ɪnˈtent / us. be intent on sth/doing sth. to be determined to do or achieve something: She seems intent on winning this year's tennis tournament. giving a lot of attention to something: She had an intent look on her face. intently. adverb.
noun. /ɪnˈtent/ [uncountable] (formal or law) Idioms. intent (to do something) what you intend to do synonym intention. She denies possessing the drug with intent to supply. He was charged with wounding with intent. a letter/statement of intent. His intent is clearly not to placate his critics. Questions about grammar and vocabulary?
noun. something that is planned, proposed, or intended; purpose; design; intention: The original intent of the committee was to raise funds. the act or fact of intending, as to do something: Any identified individual found to have violated this rule with intent will be suspended from all participation in the forum.
