intentional
Translation
deliberate, planned, on purpose
Examples
The damage was clearly intentional.
The damage was clearly intentional.
Grammar Patterns
((an intentional noun)) done on purpose; planned It was an intentional foul.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deliberate, calculated, conscious; Antonyms: accidental, unintentional
Etymology
Derived from 'intention'. The suffix '-al' makes it an adjective, meaning 'relating to' or 'characterized by'.
Memory Tips
If you have an 'intention', your action is 'intentional'.