dɪˈzaɪn dɪˌtɜːmɪˈneɪʃən ˈfʌŋ(k)ʃən ˈfʌŋkʃən ɪnˈtɛnt ɪnˈtɛnʃən pɹəˈpəʊz pɹəˈpoʊz pɚˈpɔɹt ɹɪˈzɒlv juːs reach a decision he resolved never to drink again propose or intend I aim to arrive at noon the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose his determination showed in his every movement he is a man of purpose what something is used for the function of an auger is to bore holes ballet is beautiful but what use is it? an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions his intent was to provide a new translation good intentions are not enough it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs he made no secret of his designs