Intencional
Example: O atraso foi claramente intencional para causar impacto.
Definition
"Intencional" describes an action or behavior that is done deliberately or on purpose, often with a specific aim or goal in mind. For example, in the phrase 'O atraso foi claramente intencional para causar impacto,' the delay was clearly intentional to create an effect.
Etymology
The word "intencional" comes from the Latin 'intentio,' meaning 'a stretching out' or 'an aim,' combined with the suffix '-al' which forms adjectives. It relates to having intention or purpose. Did you know? The concept of intention has been philosophically significant since ancient times, emphasizing deliberate action.
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