Synonyms for

Intentional

Verb / ˌɪˈntenʃʌnʌl / Another word for intentional — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

done on purpose; deliberate

Synonyms & similar words

undesigned knowing designed deliberate purposive calculated planned premeditated wilful conscious voluntary knowing meant designed studied aimed targeted specific systematic organized methodical structured

Synonyms by register

Formal

deliberate conscious purposeful willed

Informal

on purpose planned thought-out

Literary

witting forethought

Antonyms

accidental unintentional unplanned fortuitous random inadvertent chance

Common collocations

  • intentional act
  • intentional effort
  • intentional design
  • intentional choice
  • intentional harm
  • intentional omission
  • intentional use

Word family

noun intention
adverb intentionally

Usage note

Often contrasted with 'accidental' or 'unintentional'. It implies a conscious decision or purpose behind an action.

Example sentences

  1. He made an intentional mistake to see if anyone was paying attention.
  2. She gave an intentional pause to emphasize her point.
  3. The artist created intentional brushstrokes to convey emotion in the painting.
  4. The coach made an intentional substitution to improve the team's performance.
  5. The company had an intentional strategy to expand their market share.

Quotes

  • Success is intentional.
  • Being positive is intentional, so is being negative. Choose wisely.
  • Intentional living is the art of making our own choices before others' choices make us.

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