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intent vs aim

aim vs intent

intent and aim both are nouns.

intent is an adjective but aim is not an adjective.

intent is not a verb while aim is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
intent Yes Yes No No
aim Yes No Yes No
As nouns, intent and aim are synonyms defined as:
  • intent and aim: an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Other synonyms of intent include design, intention, purpose.
intent (noun) aim (noun)
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions the action of directing something at an object
the intended meaning of a communication an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies
intent (adjective) aim (adjective)
giving or marked by complete attention to
intent (verb) aim (verb)
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
propose or intend
specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public
direct (a remark) toward an intended goal
move into a desired direction of discourse
point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards
intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
Difference between intent and aim

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