intent
Translation
determined, focused, resolved
Examples
He was intent on finishing the project.
He was intent on finishing the project.
She had an intent look on her face.
She had an intent look on her face.
Grammar Patterns
((on sth./-ing)) to be focused on or determined to do (sth.) He was intent on winning the race.
Similar Words
Synonyms: determined, resolved, absorbed; Antonyms: distracted, indifferent
Etymology
From Latin 'intendere' (to stretch out, direct), from 'in-' (towards) + 'tendere' (to stretch).
Memory Tips
Picture being so 'in-tent' (inside a tent) that you're completely focused on a single task.