Aim — synonyms, definition

1. aim (Noun)

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accuracy angle approach bearing calling course desideratum design direction end goal heading idea impetus incentive intent intention location meaning method • • •

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aim (Noun) — An anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions. ex. "it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs"

aim (Noun) — The goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable). ex. "the sole aim of her trip was to see her children"

aim (Noun) — The action of directing something at an object. ex. "he took aim and fired"

aim (Noun) — The direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies.

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direction end goal guidance steering way

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business cross-purpose final cause grail idea mind point sake tack thing view will

2. aim (Verb)

45 synonyms

aspire attempt beam broadcast calculate contemplate design direct draw a bead on drive emit endeavour essay focus get give out guide intend labour level • • •

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aim (Verb) — Point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards. ex. "Please don't aim at your little brother!"

aim (Verb) — Have as a plan or objective. ex. "I aim to arrive at noon"

aim (Verb) — Move into a desired direction of discourse. ex. "What are you aiming at?"

aim (Verb) — Specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public.

aim (Verb) — Intend (something) to move towards a certain goal. ex. "He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face"

aim (Verb) — Direct (a remark) toward an intended goal. ex. "She wanted to aim a pun"

aim (Verb) — Have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal. ex. "The students in medical schools aim to be doctors"

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be after designate destine intend mean plan position specify think

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address charge draw a bead on hold home in home in on level overshoot point range in sight swing turn zero in