Intention (Noun)
Meaning 1
An anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions; "his intent was to provide a new translation"; "good intentions are not enough"; "it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs"; "he made no secret of his designs".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
An act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out; "my intention changed once I saw her".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
(usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal; "his intentions are entirely honorable".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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- He made his intentions clear by presenting her with a beautiful diamond ring.
- Her parents were concerned about his intentions and asked him to explain his plans for their daughter's future.
- The young man's intentions were genuine, but he struggled to find the right words to express them.
- When asked about his intentions, he nervously fumbled with his words before finally proposing.
- The couple's friends and family were eager to know his intentions and were relieved when he finally popped the question.