1. (noun) intent, purport, spirit
the intended meaning of a communication
Synonyms: intention, aim, liveliness, smell, design, flavour, disembodied spirit, sprightliness, feel, purport, flavor, look, spirit, drift, feeling, heart, life, intent, emotional state, tone, purpose
2. (verb) drift, purport
the pervading meaning or tenor
Synonyms: trend, impetus, movement, heading, purport, spirit, impulsion, gallery, intent, drift
3. (verb) purport
have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming
Synonyms: propose, purpose, aim
4. (verb) aim, purpose, purport, propose
propose or intend
Synonyms: suggest, aim, shoot for, place, pop the question, draw a bead on, aspire, drive, advise, purport, declare oneself, take aim, project, propose, resolve, direct, train, get, take, target, calculate, nominate, point, purpose, offer
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