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Synonyms for Aim (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (the direction or path along which something moves or along which it lies):
bearing, heading

WordNet sense 2 (an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions):
design, intent, intention, purpose

WordNet sense 3 (the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)):
object, objective, target, object

WordNet sense 4 (aim or direct at; as of blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment):
direct, take, train, take aim

WordNet sense 5 (intend (something) to move towards a certain goal):
place, point

WordNet sense 6 (move into a desired direction of discourse):
drive, get

WordNet sense 7 (specifically design a product, event, or activity for a certain public):
calculate

WordNet sense 8 (propose or intend):
propose, purport

WordNet sense 9 (have an ambitious plan or a lofty goal):
aspire, draw a bead on, shoot for


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