intent meaning and definition

INTENT noun

Definition of intent (noun)

1. an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
   • "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"
   • synonyms: aim, design, intention, purpose
2. the intended meaning of a communication
   • synonyms: purport, spirit

INTENT adjective

Definition of intent (adjective)

1. giving or marked by complete attention to
   • "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"
   • synonyms: absorbed, captive, engrossed, enwrapped, wrapped