American English pronunciation
How to pronounce intention
IPA transcription: [,ɪn'tɛntʃən]
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Noun
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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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(usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal
“his intentions are entirely honorable”
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an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out
“my intention changed once I saw her”
Usage examples
- Calatrava announced his intention to appeal against the decision.
- Hell is paved with good intentions.
- Hell is paved with good intentions.
- I'm never more aware of a room's acoustics than when I'm trying to enjoy a snack I have no intention of sharing.
- We have called him in to discuss his intentions.
- I'm never more aware of a room's acoustics than when I'm trying to enjoy a snack I have no intention of sharing.
- This album includes the hit single "Good Intentions".
- A brigadier general intentionally demolished the religious building.
- Hell is paved with good intentions.
- There is also another circulation abroad, spread with a malignant intention.