Synonyms for intend
Definitions
- v. 1
To fix the mind upon (something, or something to be accomplished); be intent upon
He intends to go to university.
- v. 2
To fix the mind on; attend to; take care of; superintend; regard.
- v. 3
To strain; make tense.
Forms
- Past participle
- intended
e.g. intended → meant, proposed, planned, purposed…
Example sentences
- purpose What is the main purpose of your studying English?
- mint This green color always reminds me of mint ice cream.
- contemplate Let's contemplate Swedish meatballs for a moment.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| intend | steady | |
| purpose | falling | |
| mint | rising | |
| contemplate | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- mean1, mind1, plan1, mint1
- 5 letters
- think1
- 6 letters
- design2
- 7 letters
- purpose2, propose2, specify3, signify3, purport2, destine
- 8 letters
- foremind
- 9 letters
- determine3, calculate3, designate3
- 11 letters
- contemplate3
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (design2 = 2 syllables).