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aim

aim In historical psychology, an aim is a relatively distant or broad goal within voluntary action.

In historical psychology, an aim is a relatively distant or broad goal within voluntary action. It is close in meaning to purpose, but less precise than terms like end or motive.

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Drafting source: Baldwin Dictionary of Philosophy and Psychology, 1901. 1901 New York Macmillan original; archive index checked 2026-10-18. “Aim” (Aim).
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