What does the cryptic crossword clue "Aimed to resolve despair (7)" mean?

The definition is "Aimed". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of DESPAIR ("despair") [anagram: "resolve"] = ASPIRED; definition: "Aimed" The answer is ASPIRED.

Aimed to resolve despair (7)

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