meant

[ment]

meant Definition

  • 1intended to do something or intended for a particular purpose
  • 2past simple and past participle of mean

Using meant: Examples

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

  • Example

    I meant to call you yesterday, but I forgot.

  • Example

    This gift is meant for you.

  • Example

    What did you mean by that?

  • Example

    The blue sky meant good weather for the picnic.

meant Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for meant

Phrases with meant

  • to be expected or intended to happen or be used in a particular way

    Example

    These instructions are meant to help you.

  • used to ask for an explanation of a particular word or phrase

    Example

    What is meant by 'sustainability'?

  • mean business

    to be serious about something, especially a threat or warning

    Example

    When he said he would sue, he really meant business.

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Summary: meant in Brief

The term 'meant' [ment] refers to something that was intended to be done or used for a specific purpose. It can also be the past tense of the verb 'mean.' Examples include 'I meant to call you yesterday,' and 'This gift is meant for you.' Phrases include 'be meant to' and 'what is meant by,' while the idiom 'mean business' means to be serious about something.