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aim
noun(aim)
the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies
Synonyms: bearing, heading,
aim
verb(aim)
specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public
Synonyms: calculate, direct,
aim
verb(aim)
have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal
Synonyms: aspire, draw a bead on, shoot for,
aim
noun(aim)
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Synonyms: design, intent, intention, purpose,
Examples:
It was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs.
aim
verb(aim)
move into a desired direction of discourse
Synonyms: drive, get,
aim
noun(aim)
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
Synonyms: object, objective, target,
aim
verb(aim)
intend (something) to move towards a certain goal
Synonyms: direct, place, point, target,
Examples:
He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face.
aim
verb(aim)
propose or intend
Synonyms: propose, purport, purpose,
Examples:
I aim to arrive at noon.
aim
verb(aim)
point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards
Synonyms: direct, take, take aim, train,
Examples:
Please don't aim at your little brother!.
aim
verb(aim)
direct (a remark) toward an intended goal
Examples:
She wanted to aim a pun.
aim
noun(aim)
the action of directing something at an object
Examples:
He took aim and fired.

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