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aims

/eɪmz/
Meanings
  • noun

    The object or goal that one intends to achieve.

    - "Her aim in life is to become a doctor."
    - "The company's aim is to increase sales by 20%."
  • noun

    The direction in which a projectile is sent, or the line along which it travels.

    - "Take aim and fire."
    - "The arrow hit the target dead center."
Synonyms

aspiration , design , end , ettle , intention , mint , object , purpose , scheme , scope , tendency , design , purpose , scheme
Rhymes
Words rhyming with aims
aims , games , flames , frames
Homophones
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  1. aims (Scottish English) : the plural of aim, meaning 'direction'

  2. aims (Australian English) : an aim, meaning 'goal or objective'

Variants
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aim , aimed , aiming , aims
Forms
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aim, aims, aiming

Etymology
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Old English egan meaning 'aim, goal' or 'eye' from eganian 'to look at, direct'.

Trivia
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  1. The term 'aim' is derived from the Old English word 'egan', which means 'eye'.

  2. In archery, the term 'aim' refers to the target and the direction in which the arrow is sent.

  3. The phrase 'aim high' means to set ambitious goals or to strive for excellence.

Related Concepts
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  1. objectives: Similar to aims, but often more specific and measurable goals.

  2. targets: A specific aim or goal to be achieved.

Culture
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Aims have been a significant part of human history, from setting personal goals to achieving societal progress. In literature, the pursuit of aims is a common theme, with characters striving to reach their objectives despite obstacles. In art, aims can represent the artist's intention or the viewer's interpretation. In music, aims can symbolize the desired emotional response or the technical skill required to perform a piece.

How to Memorize "aims"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a bullseye or a target to remember the meaning of 'aims'.
    - Imagine yourself setting a goal and working towards it.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'aims' with the word 'goals'.
    - Think of the word 'target' when you see 'aims'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'A Is My Main Objective' to remember the meaning of 'aims'.
    - Create a sentence using the word 'aims' to help remember its definition.

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