Intention or purpose
“The company's aim is to make the world a better place.”
The action of directing something at an object
“He held his breath to steady his aim on the sniper rifle.”
A determination or motivation (to do something)
A general meaning or character
A cause, explanation, or justification for an action or event
The function assumed or part played by a person or thing in a particular situation
The faculty by which a person decides on and initiates action
A chosen course or direction for motion, as of an aircraft
A motivating or guiding principle or purpose
An aspiration that requires persistence and effort to achieve
Prey that is pursued by a hunter
An attempt or effort to achieve something
Denotes one's preference or right to choose
A proposed or planned undertaking
To point or direct (an object)
“The couple broke into a grimace as the photographer turned to aim his camera at them.”
To strive or work towards
“The pageant contestant stated that she would always aim for world peace.”
To hope for, or aspire to, a goal or dream
“We aim to keep our readers informed by producing quality, unbiased journalism.”
(aim at) To direct one's focus or energy towards (someone or something)
“We will aim our newest product at those with a high disposable income.”
(rare) To throw sideways with a jerk
To position or align in a certain manner or towards a given direction
To reach a decision or recommendation
To try subtly or deviously to elicit a response or some information from someone
To broadcast or transmit an electronic signal
To diffuse, radiate or give off
To move in a specified direction
To crave or long for something
To vent or release one's emotions towards someone or something
To show a preference for
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