harbor intent; feel at ease
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
harbor ill intent; have ulterior motives
neutralOften used to question or accuse someone's true intentions, has neutral to slightly negative connotation.
He said he would help me, but I always feel he has ulterior motives.
What is your intent, daring to speak to your elder like that?
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No one knows what true intentions he harbors secretly.
Don't harbor any bad intentions, we won't fall for your trick.
I don't know his intent behind these words, he deliberately stirred up conflict between us.
adjective
feel at ease; be mentally settled
neutralDescribes a state of calm and peace of mind, can describe one's own mood or comfort others.
After receiving the admission notice, he finally settled down and felt at ease.
Focus on your work, I will help take care of things at home.
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With so many things going on at home, it's hard to feel settled while working away.
I only felt at ease once my child arrived home safely.
Please feel at ease and wait, we will announce the results as soon as possible.