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intent2

in·tent2

intent2

 
pronunciation:
ihn tent
features:
Word Combinations (adjective)
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: very concentrated in attention; focused.
An intent stare from a leopard means you are about to be its dinner.
 
synonyms:
focused
similar words:
direct, earnest, fixed, intense, steadfast, steady, watchful
definition 2: decided; determined.
He was intent on winning the race.
synonyms:
bent, determined
similar words:
earnest, purposeful
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derivations: intently (adv.), intentness (n.)