destine
Translation
to destine, to intend for a particular purpose
Examples
She was destined for a great future.
She was destined for a great future.
He was destined to become a leader.
He was destined to become a leader.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) ((for sth.)) to be intended for a particular purpose She was destined for a great future.
((sb./sth.)) ((to-inf)) to be certain to do sth. because of fate He was destined to become a leader.
Similar Words
Synonyms: intend, doom, fate
Etymology
From Latin 'destinare', meaning 'to make firm, establish'. It shares the same root as 'destination' and 'destiny'.
Memory Tips
To 'destine' something is to set its 'destiny' or 'destination'.