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Meaning of the word intent in English

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intent

US /ɪnˈtent/
UK /ɪnˈtent/
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Noun

1.

the purpose or aim of an action or a person's behavior

Example:
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Her intent was to finish the project on time.
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The law's true intent is to protect consumers.
Synonym:
purposeaimgoalobjectivedesign

Adjective

1.

determined to do something or achieve something

Example:
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She was intent on proving her innocence.
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He was intent on listening to every word.
Synonym:
determinedresolvedbentsethell-bent
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