intention

/ˌɪntˈɛntʃən/ · 3 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
   “his intent was to provide a new translation”
2. (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal
   “his intentions are entirely honorable”
3. an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out
   “my intention changed once I saw her”

Synonyms for intention

• purpose
• intent
• aim
• design

Words that rhyme with intention

• abstention
• circumvention
• contravention
• inattention