intent

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

   Their intent was to provide a new translation.

2. 2
   adj

   Firmly fixed or concentrated on something.

   a mind intent on self-improvement

3. 3
   adj

   giving or marked by complete attention to

4. 4
   noun

   the intended meaning of a communication

5. 5
   noun

   Something that is intended.

6. 6
   noun

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

7. 7
   adj

   Engrossed.

8. 8
   adj

   Unwavering from a course of action.

Etymology

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.