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- Dictionaryintent/ɪnˈtɛnt/
noun
- 1. intention or purpose: "with alarm she realized his intent"
adjective
- 1. determined to do (something): "the government was intent on achieving greater efficiency" Similar Opposite
- 2. (of a look or expression) showing earnest and eager attention: "a curiously intent look on her face"
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to be determined to do or achieve something: I've tried persuading her not to go but she's intent on it. See more. intent. noun [ U ] law formal or specialized uk / ɪnˈtent / us / ɪnˈtent / C2. the fact that you want and plan to do something:
1. : a usually clearly formulated or planned intention : aim. the director's intent. 2. a. : the act or fact of intending : purpose. especially : the design or purpose to commit a wrongful or criminal act. admitted wounding him with intent. b. : the state of mind with which an act is done : volition. 3. a. : meaning, significance. b.
Intent definition: something that someone is intending or meaning to do or achieve; purpose or objective. See examples of INTENT used in a sentence.
INTENT meaning: 1. giving all your attention to something: 2. to be determined to do or achieve something: 3. the…. Learn more.
If you are intent on doing something, you are eager and determined to do it. The rebels are obviously intent on keeping up the pressure. American English : intent / ɪnˈtɛnt /
1. something that is intended; aim; purpose; design. 2. the act of intending. 3. (Law) law the will or purpose with which one does an act. 4. implicit meaning; connotation. 5. to all intents and purposes for all practical purposes; virtually. adj. 6. firmly fixed; determined; concentrated: an intent look.
Intention and intent are synonyms, but with a subtle difference. Intention implies a general desire or plan to accomplish something, while intent is a little stronger, indicating a firm resolve to get it done.
Definition of intent noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
May 22, 2021 · INTENT definition: 1. what someone wants and plans to do: 2. to be determined to do or achieve something: 3. giving…. Learn more.
firmly or steadfastly fixed or directed, as the eyes or mind: an intent gaze. having the attention sharply focused or fixed on something: intent on one's job. determined or resolved; having the mind or will fixed on some goal: intent on revenge. earnest; intense: an intent person.
