meant

[ment]

verb

1. simple past tense and past participle of mean.

meant

/ mɛnt /

verb

1. the past tense and past participle of mean 1

Other Word Forms

• half-meant adjective
• unmeant adjective

Example Sentences

Still, the controversy underscores how even commemorations meant to unite Americans have become flashpoints in an era when political branding increasingly merges with national identity.

From Salon

“It is appalling that dishonest lawyers and individuals would exploit reforms that were meant to deliver justice to survivors of abuse.”

From Los Angeles Times

Ethan Ives-Griffiths was just two years old when he was beaten, starved and then murdered behind closed doors by two people who were meant to love and care for him.

From BBC

Sir Keir told the BBC he did not want to "tear down" human rights laws, but said mass migration in recent years meant there needed to be a change.

From BBC

Shilling is still pinching herself, even though she now realizes her journey was meant to be.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• candid 
• earnest 
• for real 
• forthright 
• genuine 
• heartfelt 
• outspoken 
• real 
• serious 
• true 
• trustworthy