intent
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪnˈtɛnt/
KK: /ɪnˈtɛnt/
adjective
Definition
Having a strong focus or purpose; being deeply engaged or concentrated on something.
Example
She was intent on finishing her project before the deadline.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more intent
Superlative: most intent
Conversation
I noticed you seemed really intent during the presentation today.
Yeah, I wanted to catch all the important details.
That makes sense! It's good to be intent about things that matter.
Definitely! It helps me stay focused and learn more.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
focused
determined
engrossed
Antonyms
distracted
indifferent
unfocused
noun
Definition
A goal or purpose that someone wants to achieve or accomplish.
Example
Her intent was to help the community by volunteering every weekend.
Conversation
I was thinking about our plans for the weekend.
What do you have in mind?
I hope we can stick to our original intent of going hiking.
Root Explanation
Intent → It is formed from "in-" (meaning in or into) and "tendere" (meaning to stretch or to aim). The word "intent" refers to a state of aiming or stretching one's mind towards a particular purpose or goal.
Memory Tip
Think of aiming or stretching your focus towards something specific — that's what being 'intent' means.
Visually Confused Words
intuent
unintent
ointment
untent
linten
invent
ineunt
indent