aim

/ˈe‍ɪm/

/ˈeɪm/

[verb] [noun]

to aim

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to direct or point something such as a weapon, camera, etc. at a person or thing

synonyms : direct

take

take aim

train

to intend or attempt to achieve something

synonyms : propose

purport

purpose

move into a desired direction of discourse

synonyms : drive

get

specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public

synonyms : calculate

direct

have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal

synonyms : aspire

draw a bead on

shoot for

direct (a remark) toward an intended goal

intend (something) to move towards a certain goal

synonyms : direct

Aim

something that is desired; the purpose or reason of doing something

synonyms : object

objective

target

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

synonyms : design

intent

intention

purpose

the action of directing something at an object

the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies

synonyms : bearing

heading

Examples

1. The new regulations aim to create a more level playing field for small businesses.

2. The talks are aimed at ending the conflict.

3. Our aim is to protect the jobs of our members.

4. The program aims to set convicts on their feet after they've been released from prison.

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