aim

B1
Pronunciation
/eɪm/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

The pointing of a weapon, as a gun, a dart, or an arrow, or object, in the line of direction with the object intended to be struck; the line of fire; the direction of anything, such as a spear, a blow, a discourse, a remark, towards a particular point or object, with a view to strike or affect it.

Example Sentences
  • Take time with the aim of your gun.
2 Definition

The point intended to be hit, or object intended to be attained or affected.

3 Definition

Intention or goal

Synonyms
design purpose scheme
Example Sentences
  • My number one aim in life is to make money to make my parents, siblings and kids happy.
4 Definition

The ability of someone to aim straight; one's faculty for being able to hit a physical target

Example Sentences
  • The police officer has excellent aim, always hitting the bullseye in shooting practice.
5 Definition

Conjecture; guess.

6 Definition

Initialism of America Online. AIM; AOL Instant Messenger.

Verb
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

To point or direct a missile, or a weapon which propels as missile, towards an object or spot with the intent of hitting it

Example Sentences
  • He aimed at the target, but the arrow flew straight over it.
2 Definition

To direct the intention or purpose; to attempt the accomplishment of a purpose; to try to gain; to endeavor;—followed by at, or by an infinitive

Example Sentences
  • to aim at a pass
3 Definition

To direct or point (e.g. a weapon), at a particular object; to direct, as a missile, an act, or a proceeding, at, to, or against an object

Example Sentences
  • She aimed a punch at her ex-boyfriend.
4 Definition

To direct (something verbal) towards a certain person, thing, or group

Example Sentences
  • to aim a satirical comment at Communists in general
5 Definition

To guess or conjecture.