Intention

/ɪntˈɛnʃən/

/ˌɪnˈtɛntʃən/

[noun]

Intention

[NOUN]

something that one is aiming, wanting, or planning to do

synonyms : aim

design

intent

purpose

(usually plural) a person's plans or objectives regarding marriage

an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out

Examples

1. I do not doubt their good intentions, but a directive would be too much of a good thing.

2. If you pay close attention to people's behavior and actions, you can often predict their intentions, as a straw will show which way the wind blows.

3. He had the wrong perception of the situation and misunderstood the intentions.

4. They showed me the ropes for writing a letter of intention.