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

[ Syn: intent , intention , aim , design ]

what something is used for; the function of an auger is to bore holes; ballet is beautiful but what use is it?

[ Syn: function , role , use ]

the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose; his determination showed in his every movement; he is a man of purpose

[ Syn: determination ]

propose or intend; I aim to arrive at noon

[ Syn: aim , purport , propose ]

reach a decision; he resolved never to drink again

[ Syn: resolve ]