American English pronunciation
How to pronounce intent
IPA transcription: [,ɪn'tɛnt]
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Noun
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an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
“his intent was to provide a new translation”
“good intentions are not enough”
“it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs”
“he made no secret of his designs”
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the intended meaning of a communication
Adjective
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giving or marked by complete attention to; ; ; - Walter de la Mare
“that engrossed look or rapt delight”
“then wrapped in dreams”
“so intent on this fantastic...narrative that she hardly stirred”
“rapt with wonder”
“wrapped in thought”
Usage examples
- Calatrava announced his intention to appeal against the decision.
- Hell is paved with good intentions.
- Hell is paved with good intentions.
- I'm never more aware of a room's acoustics than when I'm trying to enjoy a snack I have no intention of sharing.
- We have called him in to discuss his intentions.
- I'm never more aware of a room's acoustics than when I'm trying to enjoy a snack I have no intention of sharing.
- This album includes the hit single "Good Intentions".
- Typically, Jesus and the doctors, intent on their discussions, have not noticed them yet.
- A brigadier general intentionally demolished the religious building.
- Hell is paved with good intentions.