intention

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Estimated CEFR level: A2 — Elementary

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
  2. noun (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal
  3. noun an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out

Etymology

From Middle English entencioun, intention, from Old French entencion, from Latin intentiō, intentiōnem. Compare intent. Equivalent to intent + -ion.

In classic literature

Synonyms

purpose, intent, aim, design

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