aims

[eɪmz]

aims Definition

• 1. intend to do something; have the intention of doing something
• 2. point or direct (a weapon or camera) at a target

Using aims: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aims" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The company aims to increase its profits by 20% this year.

• Example

  I aim to finish this project by the end of the week.

• Example

  He aimed his gun at the target and fired.

• Example

  She aimed the camera at the sunset and took a picture.

aims Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for aims

• intends
• plans
• aspires
• targets
• focuses

Antonyms for aims

• abandons
• neglects

Phrases with aims

• take aim

  prepare to shoot at a target

  Example

  The soldier took aim at the enemy and fired.

• aim high

  set ambitious goals or expectations

  Example

  If you want to succeed, you need to aim high and work hard.

• aim for the stars

  set very high goals or expectations

  Example

  She always aims for the stars and never settles for less.

Origins of aims

from Old French 'aesmer', meaning 'to estimate, value'

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Summary: aims in Brief

'Aims' [eɪmz] is a verb that means to intend or plan to do something, or to point or direct a weapon or camera at a target. Examples include 'The company aims to increase its profits by 20% this year.' and 'She aimed the camera at the sunset and took a picture.' Phrases like 'aim high' and 'aim for the stars' encourage setting ambitious goals.