intend

[in-tend] / ɪnˈtɛnd /

VERB

have in mind; determine

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aim contemplate design designate destine expect mean plan propose resolve think try

STRONG

appoint attempt connote decree dedicate denote devote endeavor essay express import indicate meditate ordain plot purpose reserve scheme signify spell strive

WEAK

add up aspire to be determined be resolved figure on have in mind hope to look forward set apart set aside

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disbelieve disregard forget ignore neglect

STRONG

be idle dismiss misuse use waste

Example Sentences

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“Even if you intend to do a limited operation, you don’t know if it’s actually going to be limited. If things go wrong, it could end up being significantly longer.”

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Because if we think about domicile as “presence with intent to remain,” well, enslaved people didn’t intend to remain anywhere!

From Slate • Apr. 1, 2026

“Italy is taking no part and doesn’t intend to,” said Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

“I intend to defend this mandate firmly in the negotiations.”

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

“When I was asked to come down here I was asked to march with the other women of our state, and I intend to do so or not take part in the parade at all.”

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling

intend

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