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The intended audience for the story was young readers.
What does Intended mean?
Intended means planned or meant to happen.
Dictionary definition
planned, meant, or designed for a particular purpose.
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Her comment had an intended meaning that became clear later.
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Writers choose details carefully so readers understand the intended message.
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WordIntended.
Partadjective.
MeaningIntended means planned or meant to happen.
ExampleExample: The intended audience for the story was young readers.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- in · ten · did
- Strongest beat
- ten
- Ending
- did
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ten.
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Synonyms
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plannedDecided or prepared ahead of time.
meantDesigned or expected to have a purpose.
Antonyms
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accidentalNot planned or meant.
unplannedNot prepared or decided ahead of time.
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