B2adjective 2K

Intended

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪnˈtendɪd/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪnˈtendɪd/"]/

Meaning of Intended

that you are trying to achieve or reach

In simple words: planned or meant to happen

Intended in a sentence

• The intended audience for this book is young adults.
• She intended to finish her project by the deadline.
• It was his intended purpose to help the community.
• The intended message was about the importance of sustainability.
• Her comments were not received as she intended.

How to use Intended

Use 'intended' when talking about plans or purposes. It’s neutral, so it’s suitable for most contexts, but avoid using it in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

intended + object

Memory hint

Think of 'in-tent-ed' — as if planning something inside a tent.

Related words

Collocations with Intended

• intended audience
• intended outcome
• intended meaning

Synonyms for Intended

• meant
• planned
• designed
• purposed
• forecasted

Opposites of Intended

• unintended
• accidental

Common mistakes with Intended

• 'Intended' is often confused with 'intentioned', which is incorrect.
• Learners may forget to use 'intended' with an object, like 'intended purpose'.
• Sometimes 'intended' is mistakenly used as a noun.

Frequently asked questions about Intended

What does Intended mean?

planned or meant to happen

What is the definition of Intended?

that you are trying to achieve or reach

How do you use Intended in a sentence?

The intended audience for this book is young adults.

Can you give another example of Intended?

She intended to finish her project by the deadline.

What are synonyms for Intended?

Common alternatives include meant, planned, designed, purposed, forecasted.

What is the opposite of Intended?

Opposite meanings include unintended, accidental.

What words go with Intended?

It commonly pairs with intended audience, intended outcome, intended meaning.

What are common mistakes when using Intended?

'Intended' is often confused with 'intentioned', which is incorrect. Learners may forget to use 'intended' with an object, like 'intended purpose'. Sometimes 'intended' is mistakenly used as a noun.

How do you pronounce Intended?

US: /["/ɪnˈtendɪd/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈtendɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Intended?

Use 'intended' when talking about plans or purposes. It’s neutral, so it’s suitable for most contexts, but avoid using it in very casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Intended?

"Intended" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.