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intend vs propose

propose vs intend

intend and propose both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
intend No No Yes No
propose No No Yes No
As verbs, propose is a hyponym of intend; that is, propose is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than intend:
  • intend: have in mind as a purpose
  • propose: propose or intend
Other hyponyms of intend include design, be after, plan, aim, purport, purpose.
intend (verb) propose (verb)
have in mind as a purpose present for consideration, examination, criticism, etc.
design or destine propose or intend
mean or intend to express or convey make a proposal, declare a plan for something
denote or connote ask (someone) to marry you
put forward; nominate for appointment to an office or for an honor or position
Difference between intend and propose

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