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intensions

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun intension has 1 sense
  1. intension, connotation - what you must know in order to determine the reference of an expression
    --1 is a kind of meaning, significance, signification, import

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Intensions

Part of speech: Noun (plural)

Definition

1. The principles, ideas, or beliefs that motivate someone's actions.

2. The internal psychological processes that guide a person's thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving.

Senses

Sense 1 (Principles, ideas, or beliefs that motivate action)

Sample Sentence: His intensions were pure, as he dedicated his time and money to help the less fortunate.

Sense 2 (Internal psychological processes guiding thinking)

Sample Sentence: The clarity of her intensions enabled her to make sound decisions in times of crisis.

Usages

Popular Usage

Intensions are often discussed in the context of personal development and self-reflection.

Local Usage

In the local community, intensions are important when it comes to understanding the motivations behind people's actions.

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