Intended

Definition

Intended is both an adjective and a noun. As an adjective, it refers to something planned, designed, or meant to be. As a noun (now archaic), it refers to a person to whom one is engaged to be married.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective
• Noun (archaic)

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛndɪd/
• Respelling: in-TEN-did

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛndɪd/
• Respelling: in-TEN-did

Etymology

The word "intended" derives from the Latin "intendere," meaning "to stretch toward" or "to aim," via Old French "entendre." It entered Middle English as a past participle of "intend," signifying something planned or aimed for.

Derivatives

• Intend (verb)
• Intention (noun)
• Intentional (adjective)
• Intentionally (adverb)
• Unintended (adjective)

Synonyms

• Planned
• Purposeful
• Designated

Antonyms

• Accidental
• Unintended
• Unplanned

Usage

The term "intended" is commonly used to describe purpose or planning in various contexts. For example, "The intended result was to increase efficiency," or "The document was intended for internal use only."

Related Terms

• Purpose: The reason for which something is done or created.
• Design: A plan or intention behind an action.
• Objective: A goal or purpose.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Planned or designed: Refers to something created or aimed for with a specific purpose.
  • Example: "The intended audience for the film was teenagers."
• Meant to be or directed toward: Indicates something aimed at a particular goal or target.
  • Example: "The changes were intended to improve the system."

Noun (archaic)

• A person to whom one is engaged: Refers to a fiancé or fiancée.
  • Example: "She introduced her intended to her family."