What is the meaning of intent?

noun

  • An anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions.
    • usage: "his intent was to provide a new translation"; "good intentions are not enough"; "it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs"; "he made no secret of his designs"
  • The intended meaning of a communication.

adjective

  • Giving or marked by complete attention to.
    • usage: "that engrossed look or rapt delight"; "then wrapped in dreams"; "so intent on this fantastic... Narrative that she hardly stirred- Walter de la Mare; "rapt with wonder"; "wrapped in thought"
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