intention intention /ˌɪnˈtɛntʃən/

noun

1. () An anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions  ( design , intent , aim , intention , purpose )
   an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
    His intent was to provide a new translation
   his intent was to provide a new translation
    Good intentions are not enough
   good intentions are not enough
    It was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs
   it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs
    He made no secret of his designs
   he made no secret of his designs
   
   
2. () (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal  ( intention )
   (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal
    His intentions are entirely honorable
   his intentions are entirely honorable
   
3. An act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out  ( intention )
   an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out
    My intention changed once I saw her
   my intention changed once I saw her