But as time passed and I studied it more deeply, I began to see that the fundamental intent of this language was different from other languages I had seen up to that point
adjective /ɪn'tɛnt/
1
be intent on/upon (doing) something
be intent on sth /doing sth
to be determined to do something or achieve something.
giving all of your attention and effort to a specific task or goal.
determined to do sth, especially sth that will harm other people.
to be determined to do or achieve something.
determined to do something. This expression sometimes means that you do not approve of the thing that someone is determined to do.
If you are intent on doing something, you are eager and determined to do it.
She was intent on pursuing a career in business. [pursue = /pə'sʊ/ verb, to continue doing an activity or trying to achieve something over a long period of time]
She seems intent on destroying our credibility. [=she seems to be determined to destroy our credibility] [credibility = /ˌkrɛdə'bɪləti/ noun, the quality of deserving to be believed and trusted]
They were intent on their work. [=they were focused on their work]
They were intent on murder.
Are you intent upon destroying my reputation?
I've tried persuading her not to go but she's intent on it.
He seems intent on upsetting everyone in the room!
She seemed intent on making me miserable. [miserable = /'mɪzrəbl/ adjective, 1). extremely unhappy, for example because you feel lonely, cold, or badly treated. 2). always bad-tempered, dissatisfied, or complaining. 3). making you feel very unhappy, uncomfortable etc.]
The rebels are obviously intent on keeping up the pressure.
The play starred a well-known retired actress who was intent on a come-back. [star = /stɑr/ verb, 1). if someone stars in a film, television show etc, they are one of the main characters in it. 2). if a film, television show, or play stars someone, that person is one of the main characters in it SYN feature] [feature = /'fitʃɚ/ verb, 1). to include or show something as a special or important part of something, or to be included as an important part. 2). to show a film, play etc]
2
giving careful attention to something so that you think about nothing else.
showing concentration or great attention.
showing strong interest and attention.
giving all your attention to sth.
giving all your attention to something.
concentrating hard on something.
If someone does something in an intent way, they pay great attention to what they are doing.
his intent gaze. [gaze = /ɡez/ noun, a long steady look]
intent on/upon (something)
Intent upon her work, she didn’t notice the cold.
an intent gaze.
an intent gaze/look.
His eyes were suddenly intent.
His face filled with an intent curiosity /ˌkjʊrɪ'ɑsəti/.
I was so intent on my work that I didn't notice the time.
The bright brown eyes were intent on Marie.
an intent stare.
She had an intent look on her face.
an intent gaze/look.
He was so intent on his gardening magazine, he didn’t notice me come in.
She looked from one intent face to another.
Rodney had been intent on every word.
intently adverb
Jake listened intently.
She listened intently to the news report.
She looked at him intently.
I listened intently to what she had to say.
He listened intently, then slammed down the phone. [slam = /slæm/ verb, 3). to put something on or against a surface with a fast violent movement]
noun /ɪn'tɛnt/
1
what you intend to do. SYN intention.
the thing that you plan to do or achieve : an aim or purpose.
what you intend to do. SYN intention.
when you want and plan to do something.
She behaved foolishly but with good intent.
She thinks I'm trying to make things difficult for her, but that's not my intent.
What was the writer's intent?
The intent of the law is to protect consumers.
He was charged with assault with intent to kill. [assault = /ə'sɔlt/ noun, the crime of physically attacking someone]
She denies possessing the drug with intent to supply.
He was charged with wounding with intent.
His intent is clearly not to placate his critics. [placate = /'pleket/ verb, to make someone stop feeling angry SYN appease OPP rile ] [rile = /raɪl/ verb, to make someone extremely angry]
I spent half the morning on the phone, which wasn't really my intent.
It was not his intent to hurt anyone.
The government has declared its intent to put the railways into private ownership.
2
the intention to do something illegal.
the intention to do something.
the intention to commit a crime or an offence.
A person's intent is their intention to do something.
with intent (to do something)
Jones was found guilty of wounding with intent.
He is charged with possession of a gun with intent to commit a robbery.
She was charged with possessing weapons with intent to endanger life. [endanger = /ɪn'dendʒɚ/ verb, to put someone or something in danger of being hurt, damaged, or destroyed]
He’s been charged with possessing a firearm with intent to endanger life.
The timing of this strong statement of intent on arms control is crucial.
Two men will appear before Birmingham magistrates' court today charged with possession of arms with intent to endanger life.
3
to all intents and purposes(also for all intents and purposes American English)
used to say that a situation is not exactly as you describe it, but the effect is the same as if it were.
used to say that one thing has the same effect or result as something else.
in the effects that sth has, if not in reality; almost completely.
used for saying that although something is not exactly true or accurate, the situation is the same as if it were true or accurate.
You say to all intents and purposes to suggest that a situation is not exactly as you describe it but the effect is the same as if it were.
The war was, to all intents and purposes, over.
Their decision to begin bombing was, to all intents and purposes, a declaration of war.
By 1981 the docks had, to all intents and purposes, closed.
The two items are, to all intents and purposes, identical.
They run a car that to all intents and purposes is a commercial delivery vehicle.
To all intents and purposes he was my father.
4
statement/letter/declaration of intent
a formal or official statement that you intend to do something.
a letter/statement of intent.
declaration of intent
letter of intent
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