Thesaurus results for MEANT

meant

verb

Definition of meant next

past tense of mean

as in signified

to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind the national anthem means various things to various people

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Relevance

as in mattered

to be of importance your presence at my graduation would mean a lot to me

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as in intended

to have in mind as a purpose or goal I mean to win this race

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as in indicated

to serve as a sign or symptom of these colder nights mean autumn has truly arrived

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Recent Examples of meant City leaders say the structures are meant to be multi-functional, with people frequently stopping by to do work, grab coffee, or simply spend time with others. —

Brady Halbleib, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026 Being embedded meant slowing down, listening, and understanding the genealogy of the triennial itself—seeing HT25 not as a rupture, but as part of an ongoing continuum. —

Wassan Al-Khudhairi, Artforum, 2 Apr. 2026 More elderly people could find themselves at the mercy of an obscure government program meant to save them from harm and preserve their dignity when their ability to take care of themselves is diminished. —

Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026 This pick—one of many meant to tie and flare at the waist for a dramatic, editorial silhouette—fits the bill perfectly. —

Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2026 This meant divisional championships would be decided by percentages instead of number of games won. —

Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026 This is meant to mimic the look of bamboo and give the piece a natural feel, according to the brand. —

Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026 Nguyen said working with trans writers meant being able to laugh at typical tropes in storytelling and get right to work. —

Candace Hansen, Los Angeles Times, 1 Apr. 2026 Think sea-view terraces, kitchens meant for real cooking, and hosts who treat you less like a guest and more like extended family. —

Jenna Curcio, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Mar. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for meant

Verb

When Italian luxury group Moncler selected IconSiam for its first shopping mall debut in Thailand, the decision signified a destination that aligns global luxury with cultural relevance, as brands prioritize openings in the right locations over rapid expansion.

— Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 25 Mar. 2026
That signified Terry’s 15th goal and 50th point of 2025-26, marking the first time the Ducks have had four 50-point producers in nine seasons.

— Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026