Intend

Definition

Intend is a verb that refers to planning or aiming to do something, having a specific purpose or goal in mind, or meaning something in a particular way.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛnd/
• Respelling: in-TEND

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛnd/
• Respelling: in-TEND

Etymology

The word "intend" originates from the Latin "intendere," meaning "to stretch out" or "to aim at," derived from "in-" (toward) and "tendere" (to stretch). It entered Middle English in the 14th century through Old French "entendre."

Derivatives

• Intention (noun)
• Intentional (adjective)
• Intent (noun)
• Unintended (adjective)
• Intentionally (adverb)

Synonyms

• Plan
• Aim
• Purpose

Antonyms

• Neglect
• Forget
• Ignore

Usage

The term "intend" is commonly used to express goals, purposes, or meanings. For example, "I intend to complete the project by tomorrow," or "The author clearly intends to inspire the readers."

Related Terms

• Plan: A detailed proposal for achieving a goal.
• Purpose: The reason for which something is done or created.
• Goal: The object of a person's ambition or effort.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To plan or aim to do something: Indicates the action of having a specific goal or purpose.
  • Example: "She intends to start her own business."
• To mean something in a particular way: Refers to conveying a specific idea or message.
  • Example: "What do you intend by that remark?"
• To have as a purpose or objective: Describes having a definite reason or goal in mind.
  • Example: "The program is intended to improve literacy rates."