<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>something that someone is intending or meaning to do or achieve; purpose or objective: The committee's original intent was to raise funds.</li><li>the act or fact of meaning to do something: Any identified individual found to have violated this rule with intent will be suspended from all participation in the forum.</li><li>Synonyms: plot, plan, aim</li><li>Law. the state of a person's mind that directs their actions toward a specific object: He was arrested for possession of cocaine with intent to distribute.</li><li>the meaning or significance of something said, written, or done: I think this summary captures the intent of her lengthy speech.</li><li>It’s difficult to understand the intent of your actions—please explain.</li></ul>