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intentional

/ɪnˈtɛn.ʃən.əl/
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Adverb:intentionally
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• adjective

1

Done on purpose; deliberate rather than accidental.

Example

"The referee ruled that the foul was intentional and issued an immediate penalty."

2

In philosophy and psychology, relating to the capacity of the mind to direct itself toward or represent an object, state of affairs, or concept.

Example

"Phenomenologists examine how intentional mental states are always directed toward some object or experience."

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• Rhymes for intentional

• Nearby Words

intensiveness
intent
intention
intentional
intentionally
intentioned
intently

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 16th century from Medieval Latin intentionalis, derived from Latin intentio ('a stretching out, purpose, or aim'), from intendere ('to turn one's attention to').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Intentional. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/intentional
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