To aim
Example: He aims to improve performance over the next period
Definition
"To aim" means to direct one's efforts or intentions toward achieving a specific goal or target. It involves focusing attention and actions with the purpose of reaching a desired outcome, such as when someone aims to improve performance over a certain period.
Etymology
The verb "to aim" originates from the Old French word 'esmer' or 'esmaier,' meaning to estimate or judge, which evolved into Middle English 'aimen.' Did you know? The sense of aiming with a weapon or effort developed from the idea of estimating the distance to a target, emphasizing precision and direction.
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"To aim" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 115 commonly used words.
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