intent

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
  2. noun the intended meaning of a communication
  3. adjective giving or marked by complete attention to; ; ; - Walter de la Mare

Etymology

Existing since Middle English entente, from Old French entent or entente, ultimately from Latin intentus. Modified later in spelling to align more closely with the Latin word. Compare intention.

In classic literature

Synonyms

purpose, intention, aim, design

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