intention in WordNet English dictionary

1. 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"
   purpose  intent  intention  aim  design 
   
2. an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out
   "my intention changed once I saw her"
   intention 
   
3. (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal
   "his intentions are entirely honorable"
   intention