an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions; his intent was to provide a new translation; good intentions are not enough; it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs; he made no secret of his designs

[ Syn: purpose , intent , aim , design ]

(usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal; his intentions are entirely honorable'

an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out; my intention changed once I saw her'