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intention

The correct spelling is intention.

How to pronounce intention

/ɪnˈtɛnʃən/
noun

IPA: /ɪnˈtɛnʃən/

Say it like: Int-ens-hon

The correct spelling is intention. The goal or purpose behind a specific action or set of actions. For example: "It’s easy to promise anything when you have no intention of fulfilling any of it."

Usage Examples

It’s easy to promise anything when you have no intention of fulfilling any of it.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The goal or purpose behind a specific action or set of actions.
  2. 2.Tension; straining, stretching.
  3. 3.A stretching or bending of the mind toward an object or a purpose (an intent); closeness of application; fixedness of attention; earnestness.
  4. 4.The object toward which the thoughts are directed; end; aim.
  5. 5.Any mental apprehension of an object.

verb

  1. 1.Intend

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