Intentional
Example: Intentional actions reflect deliberate decisions
Definition
"Intentional" describes actions or behaviors done with purpose and conscious decision, rather than by accident or chance. It refers to acts that are planned or meant to achieve a specific outcome, reflecting deliberate choices and awareness of the consequences.
Etymology
The word "intentional" comes from the Latin 'intentio,' meaning 'a stretching out' or 'purpose.' It evolved through Old French into English, emphasizing the idea of aiming or directing one's mind toward a particular goal. Did you know? The root 'intend' originally suggested focusing attention, which perfectly fits the meaning of "intentional."
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"Intentional" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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