intent / Word of the day / By Masters English Pronunciation Definition nounreason; purposeadjectivedetermined to do s.t.a look of being determined, serious. German Absicht, Zweckfest entschlossen, etwas zu tunbedacht ExamplesI saw the masked man enter the bank and I knew what his intent was.He was intent on robbing the bank.He had a very intent look in his eyes, so I gave him all the money!