intent
word
/ˌɪnˈtɛnt/
in-TENT
/ɪntˈɛnt/
in-TENT
Definition
A strong purpose or plan to do something; your aim or goal when you decide to act.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or semi-formal. Common in legal, business, and written contexts. Collocates with 'with', as in 'with the intent to...'. Sometimes confused with 'intention', which is slightly broader and more general.
Spanish: intención - propósitoPortuguese (BR): intenção - propósitoPortuguese (PT): intenção - propósitoChinese (Simplified): 意图 - 目的Chinese (Traditional): 意圖 - 目的Hindi: इरादा - उद्देश्यArabic: نية - قصدBengali: উদ্দেশ্য - সংকল্পRussian: намерениеJapanese: 意図Vietnamese: ý định - mục đíchKorean: 의도Turkish: niyet - amaçUrdu: ارادہIndonesian: niat - maksud
Example Sentences
He left with the intent to return soon.
basic
Her intent was to help the team finish early.
basic
What was your intent when you called her?
basic
You can tell by his eyes that his intent is serious.
natural
The law considers his intent before deciding punishment.
natural
I have every intent of keeping my promise this time.
natural