intentional
Translation
intentional, deliberate, purposeful
Examples
The foul was clearly intentional.
The foul was clearly intentional.
She made an intentional effort to be friendly.
She made an intentional effort to be friendly.
Grammar Patterns
((intentional + noun)) done on purpose It was an intentional foul.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deliberate, purposeful, planned; Antonyms: accidental, unintentional
Etymology
From Latin 'intendere' (to stretch out, purpose), from 'in-' (toward) + 'tendere' (to stretch). The suffix '-al' forms an adjective.
Memory Tips
It's the adjective form of 'intend'. If you 'intend' to do something, your action is 'intentional'.