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Synonyms & Similar Words
aim
ambition
aspiration
design
plan
purpose
goal
objective
intent
resolve
determination
decision
choice
desire
wish
longing
yearning
craving
inclination
tendency
leaning
bent
mind
will
volition
purport
meaning
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import
drift
tenor
scope
target
end
intentionality
motivation
drive
impulse
Meaning of Intention
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, intention refers to a firm decision or determination to do something, or a person's plans or intentions for the future.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines intention as a mental state in which one is conscious of a desire or intention to perform an action, or a specific purpose or objective.
- Cambridge Dictionary describes intention as a plan or decision in your mind to do something, or the thing that you want to achieve.
Example Uses
- It is my intention to finish the project by the end of the week.
- The company's intention is to expand its operations to new markets.
- Her intention was to become a doctor, but she changed her mind and became a lawyer instead.
- The intention behind the new policy is to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
- He made it clear that his intention was to help, not to hurt.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
accident
chance
coincidence
happenstance
mistake
error
carelessness
negligence
thoughtlessness
indifference
apathy
lack
absence
avoidance
evasion
reluctance
hesitation
indecision
uncertainty
doubt
confusion
aimlessness
purposelessness
directionlessness