meant

/meɪnt/

Definitions

1. verb

to intend or plan to do something

“She meant to study all night but ended up watching TV instead.”

2. verb

to have a particular meaning or implication

“The poem meant something deeper than what it initially seemed.”

3. verb

to be intended for a particular purpose or audience

“The charity meant to help those affected by the disaster.”

4. noun

the intended or planned action or purpose

“The project’s meant was to improve the community’s quality of life.”

5. adverb

used to indicate that something is intended or planned

“I meant to go to the store, but I forgot.”

6. adverb

used to indicate that a previous statement is true

“I meant that the cake was delicious.”

7. adjective

intended or planned

“The meant outcome of the meeting was a new business deal.”

Synonyms

  • aimed
  • intended
  • planned
  • purposed

Antonyms

  • accidental
  • unintended