intent (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɛnt/
Definition
A plan or purpose to do something.
Examples
His intent was to finish the marathon.
The new law aims to prevent fraudulent intent.
She expressed her intent to resign from the committee.
How to Use intent
- intent to do (prepositional phrase)
- Having a plan or purpose to perform an action. — "My intent to study abroad is firm."
- intent on doing (prepositional phrase)
- Being determined to do something. — "He is intent on winning the competition."
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