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intention - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'intention' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Intention [ n.]
- A stretching or bending of the mind toward of the mind toward an object; closeness of application; fixedness of attention; earnestness.
- A determination to act in a certain way or to do a certain thing; purpose; design; as, an intention to go to New York.
- The object toward which the thoughts are directed; end; aim.
- The state of being strained. See Intension.
- Any mental apprehension of an object.

Meaning of 'intention' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . intention [ n]
Meaning (1):
- an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Example in sentence:
  • good intentions are not enough;
  • he made no secret of his designs;
  • his intent was to provide a new translation;
  • it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs
Meaning (2):
- (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal
Example in sentence:
  • his intentions are entirely honorable
Meaning (3):
- an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out
Example in sentence:
  • my intention changed once I saw her