Simple meaning
What does Intend mean?
Intend means plan to do something.
Dictionary definition
To plan or mean to do something.
Example sentences
Intend in a sentence
easy
I intend to finish my homework early.
medium
She intended her comment to be helpful.
hard
Writers intend specific effects when choosing strong words.
Synonyms
Words like Intend
planUse for deciding to do something ahead of time.
meanUse when expressing true purpose.
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Intend word family
Base word
intend
noun
intention
The plan or purpose behind an action.
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What does intend mean?
Intend expresses planned action or purpose.
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