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intent Synonyms & Antonyms

/ɪnˈtɛnt/

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Intent as a Noun

1

Something that is intended.

2

The state of someone’s mind at the time of committing an offence.

Intent as an Adjective

1

Firmly fixed or concentrated on something.

a mind intent on self-improvement

2

Engrossed.

3

Unwavering from a course of action.

Intent in a Sentence

a mind intent on self-improvement

Word Forms & Grammar

intent (countable and uncountable, plural intents)

intent (comparative more intent, superlative most intent)

Words That Rhyme With Intent

Origin of Intent

Existing since Middle English entente, from Old French entent or entente, ultimately from Latin intentus. Modified later in spelling to align more closely with the Latin word. Compare intention.

Quick Facts About Intent

Part of speechnoun, adjective
Pronunciation/ɪnˈtɛnt/
MeaningSomething that is intended
Pluralintents
Comparative / superlativemore intent, most intent

Questions People Ask About Intent

Is intent a noun or an adjective?

Intent is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.

What is the plural of intent?

The plural of intent is intents.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of intent?

The comparative form is more intent and the superlative form is most intent.