intend

/ɪntˈɛnd/

/ˌɪnˈtɛnd/

to intend

MAIN VERB

to have something in mind as a plan or purpose

synonyms : mean

design or destine

synonyms : designate

to convey a meaning and signify something

synonyms : mean

denote or connote

synonyms : mean

Examples

1. The government intends, by hook or by crook, to hold on to the land.

2. He intends to show his photography at a local gallery in the spring.

3. The gentlemen's agreement was never intended to apply to executive functions.

4. The government intends to embark on an ambitious infrastructure development project to improve transportation.