Intended
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Past tense of intend; planned or meant to do something; had as one's purpose or objective. Can also function as an adjective meaning planned or designed for a particular purpose.
“The message was intended for the manager, not the entire team.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɪnˈtɛndɪd/
Syllables
in·tend·ed
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Wordle
Double N and three E's; common -ED ending
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Scrabble
Worth 10 points; flexible word that can extend other plays
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