Word INTENTION: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

intention

🇺🇸 [ɪnˈtɛnʃən]

Meanings

A determination or plan to do something in the future. It is the mental state or aim that guides a person's actions or decisions.

Examples

• She had the intention of finishing her degree in two years.
• His intention was to help the community through volunteer work.
• The intention behind the new policy is to improve employee well-being.

Synonyms

purpose • aim • goal

Antonyms

accident • unintended • neglect