Definitions

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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“We disagree with the allegations in the lawsuit and intend to defend the company vigorously,” Matias Toye, legal director at Kalibrate Technologies, wrote in an email.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2026

You’re very smart to look at your contribution rate now, 12 years before you intend to retire, and to think about kicking it up a notch.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

"Jagger Strang did not make a bomb, nor did he intend to - he made some gunpowder," Miskin said.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

His lawyers have said they intend to ask the Supreme Court to hear that appeal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

"But we intend to call several of the law enforcement officers present in the courtroom, and I would like to invoke the rule of sequestration."

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

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