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intend Synonyms

Another word for intend

Choosing another word for intend depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To have a particular course of action as one's purpose, plan, or objective.

Usage Example

"We plan to finish the research project before the end of the semester."

Strongest
plan
mean
Strong
aim
propose
expect
contemplate

• verb (Context 2)

To design, prepare, or destine something for a particular purpose, use, or recipient.

Usage Example

"This introductory textbook is intended for first-year university students."

Strongest
design
Strong
destine
earmark
designate
set aside

• verb (Context 3)

To mean or wish to express a particular thought or significance through words or actions.

Usage Example

"She realized too late that her remark had not been taken the way she intended it."

Strongest
mean
Strong
signify
convey
imply

• Nearby Words

intelligibly
intemperance
intemperate
intend
intended
intense
intensely

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Intend. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/intend
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