Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To have a plan or purpose in mind for doing something.
Intend
/ɪnˈtend/Synonyms:
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Examples:
"Yes, sir, that's where I'm intending to take you now.
He intended to prove Bichat's theory of the primitive tissue.
"Do you think he intends to marry you?"
Etymology:
Originating in the Middle English entenden, derived from the Old French entendre which means to direct ones attention. This, in turn, comes from the Latin intendĕre composed of in- meaning into and tendere' meaning to stretch.
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