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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And even if parents don’t intend to contribute to the accounts themselves, they’re potentially missing out on money for the taking and a chance to strengthen their child’s financial future.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

The Green Party intend to make a decision on a replacement candidate on Monday after their initial choice withdrew hours after he was announced.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The company did not intend to recover either the booster or the upper stage, and the final splashdown was fiery but controlled, as planned.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

But rising life expectancy expands their time horizon, and many households with $1 million or more in investable assets intend to bequeath a substantial portion of their assets.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

‘Because I intend to make sure that you get to the Mountain of the World Spirit. If I didn’t make you, you wouldn’t even try. You’d just turn tail and run. Because you’re a coward.’

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

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