Heres the requested information on the word "aimed":
1. Parts of Speech: Verb
2. Definitions:
- To point or direct (a weapon or camera) at a particular target or in a particular direction.
- To intend or plan to achieve a particular goal or objective.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /eɪmd/
- UK: /eɪmd/
4. Origin and Usage:
- "Aimed" originated from the Middle English word "aimen" which means "to estimate, guess". It was first used in the 14th century to describe the act of directing something towards a target.
- Today, "aimed" is commonly used in the context of targeting or directing something, such as a weapon or camera, towards a specific target or direction. It is also used to describe the act of intending or planning to achieve a particular goal or objective.
5. Synonyms: targeted, directed, focused, intended
6. Related Words: target, focus, goal, shoot, point
7. Example Sentences:
- She aimed her gun at the target and fired.
- The photographer aimed the camera at the sunset.
- The company aimed to increase its profits by 20% this year.
- The politicians speech was aimed at convincing voters to support her campaign.
- The new advertising campaign is aimed at attracting a younger audience.