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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In perfect batting conditions and with England replying to New Zealand's 438, Duckett made his intentions known with two driven fours off Nathan Smith's first over of the innings.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

I believe Johnson on the good intentions of the bill in addressing those real if nebulous difficulties, but you know what they say about the best-laid plans.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

But, despite those good intentions, he does lock Rhaenyra in her chambers so he can fly off into battle where he’s ultimately killed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

It announced intentions to purchase Germany-based Northern Data last August.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 18, 2026

Mind-reading allows us to adjust and update our perceptions of the intentions of others.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell