intend
/ɪnˈtɛnd/verb
Elementary
1
To fix the mind upon (something, or something to be accomplished); be intent upon
2
To fix the mind on; attend to; take care of; superintend; regard.
3
To stretch to extend; distend.
4
To strain; make tense.
5
To intensify; strengthen.
6
To apply with energy.
7
To bend or turn; direct, as one’s course or journey.
8
To design mechanically or artistically; fashion; mold.
9
To pretend; counterfeit; simulate.
Thesaurus
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Rhymes
Words that share the same ending sound pattern
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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