intention

//ɪnˈtɛnʃən//
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Noun

intentionSingular
intentionsPlural
1

A plan or purpose that you have decided to carry out; what you mean or aim to do

I have no intention of leaving my job.

2

The mental state of having a purpose or goal in mind when performing an action

She acted with good intention, hoping to help her friend.