intent: betekenis en definities

Something that is intended; an aim or purpose. See Synonyms at intention.

Law The state of one's mind at the time one carries out an action.

Meaning; purport.

Firmly fixed; concentrated: an intent gaze.

Having the attention applied; engrossed: The students, intent upon their books, did not hear me enter the room.

Having the mind and will focused on a specific purpose: was intent on leaving within the hour; are intent upon being recognized.

for In every practical sense; practically: To all intents and purposes the case is closed.