intention, intent, purpose, design, aim, end, object, objective, goal mean what one intends to accomplish or attain. intention implies little more than what one has in mind to do or bring about.

INTENT definition: something that someone is intending or meaning to do or achieve; purpose or objective. See examples of intent used in a sentence.

Idiom to/for all intents and purposes (Definition of intent from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)

1. something that is intended; purpose; design; intention: The original intent was to raise funds. 2. the act or fact of intending, as to do something: criminal intent. 3. Law. the state of a person's mind that …

firmly fixed; determined; concentrated: an intent look (postpositive; usually followed by on or upon) having the fixed intention (of); directing one's mind or energy (to): intent on committing a crime

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.

Firmly or steadfastly fixed or directed (upon something); fixed with strained or earnest attention: as, an intent look or gaze; his thoughts are intent upon his duty.

Intent refers to a person's purpose or plan to carry out a specific action or behavior. It involves mental activity such as reasoning, understanding, willpower, or determination that is aimed at achieving a …

Feb 22, 2025 · If you are intent on something, you have a strong plan to have or do it, and you won't let other things stop you easily. [synonyms ] Synonyms: focused and determined

Intent definition: Something that is intended; an aim or purpose.