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/ˈeɪmd/
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/ˈeɪmd/
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/ˈeɪmd/
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/ˈeɪmd/
Past Tense
aimed
Past Participle
aimed
Gerund
aiming
3rd Person
aims
Aimed is the past tense and past participle of 'aim', meaning to point, direct, or intend something toward a specific goal or target — whether literally (like aiming a bow) or figuratively (like aiming to succeed). It often implies purpose, planning, and focused effort.
She aimed her camera carefully at the rare bird.
The new policy is aimed at reducing plastic waste.
He aimed his criticism directly at the company's leadership.
This educational program is aimed at teenagers with learning differences.
The missile was aimed precisely at the designated coordinates.
aim
Comes from Old French 'esmer' (later 'aimer'), meaning 'to estimate, judge, or value', ultimately derived from Latin 'aestimare'. The core semantic shift led to 'directing intention or effort toward a target'. Examples include aim, estimate, esteem, inestimable.