intentions

NOUN

aim, purpose

Synonyms

WEAK

acceptation animus bottom line conation design desire drift end goal heart hope idea import intendment meaning meat name of the game nature notion nub nuts and bolts object objective plan point project purport scheme score sense significance significancy signification target understanding volition will wish

NOUN

goal

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aim hope motive objective plan purpose

STRONG

animus design designation drift end impulsion object point struggle

Antonyms

STRONGEST

discouragement

Example Sentences

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Recorder Chidgey told Holder "this was perhaps the first evidence the jury heard which spoke to your attitude and intentions".

From BBC • May 7, 2026

One analyst sees opportunities in China, based on surveys of hiring intentions and other data points.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

“It’s better to make mistakes trying to understand something than not to try at all. The chances of making a mistake are enormous in a film, no matter how good your intentions are.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

The result was a mix of good intentions, and thoughts and prayers.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

Despite her noble intentions, she could not see any way she could succeed on her own.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull