noun
- a plan or purpose; what someone means to do
- the state of mind with which an act is done
Usage: often used in legal contexts
Examples
- Her intention was to finish the project by Friday.
- I had no intention of hurting your feelings.
- The road to hell is paved with good intentions.
- What was your intention when you said that?
- The judge considered the defendant's intention when making the ruling.
- She announced her intention to run for mayor.
- His intentions were clearly stated in the letter.