as in deliberate
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing
I'm fairly sure that your "accidental" cutting down of my rosebush was really intentional
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Recent Examples of intentional
The Hoffmans are suing Boelter for assault, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
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David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
24 June 2026
The oversized tee and wide-leg pants keep things relaxed, while the matching print makes the outfit feel intentional.
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Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
24 June 2026
Matching lounge sets rival pajamas in comfort—but look that much more elevated because of the intentional matching element.
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Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
Was that an intentional choice?
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Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for intentional
David Zimmermann,
The Washington Examiner,
24 June 2026
The oversized tee and wide-leg pants keep things relaxed, while the matching print makes the outfit feel intentional.
—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
24 June 2026
Matching lounge sets rival pajamas in comfort—but look that much more elevated because of the intentional matching element.
—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
Was that an intentional choice?
—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
23 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for intentional
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intentional
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Another telling detail was that the fungi in the surrounding dirt didn’t match the species that chose to bond with the moss, suggesting a deliberate relationship was present.
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On the film’s romantic dimension, the director was equally deliberate.
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However, for the health-conscious, unsweetened ice tea is just as flavorful.
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But since the 1990s, the Tartan Army has made a conscious effort to reshape its image.
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The total number of children agreeing to voluntary departure has increased sevenfold, the Vera Institute of Justice found.
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In Europe, these voluntary reports focused on environmental and human rights issues.
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The plan to dismantle most of the Ocean Observatories Initiative, which had served less than half its intended lifespan, drew widespread criticism.
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Just avoid overinvesting at the same time to allow your other assets to perform as intended.
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“Intentional.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intentional. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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