Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To direct efforts or intentions towards achieving something.
Aim
/eɪm/Synonyms:
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This word has no antonymsExamples:
The only question is the extent of its aims.Stone lifts his gun, aiming it toward Spike.I aimed my gun and shot.
Etymology:
The term aim originates from the Old French esmer or aismer and Latin aestimare, meaning to estimate. Over time, it evolved to imply a targeted action or intention.
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