Intentionally: meaning, definitions and examples

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intentionally

[ ɪnˈtɛnʃ(ə)n(ə)li ]

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acting with a specific purpose

Done on purpose; deliberately. In a way that is planned or intended. In a way that is not accidental.

Synonyms

deliberately, knowingly, purposefully

Examples of usage

She had intentionally left her phone at home to avoid distractions during the meeting.
He spoke slowly and intentionally to make sure everyone understood his point.

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done with a clear purpose

Done with a clear intention or purpose. Planned and premeditated. Not accidental.

Synonyms

calculated, deliberate, purposeful

Examples of usage

The artist painted the mural with intentionally bold strokes.
Her choice of words was intentionally provocative to spark a debate.

Translations

Translations of the word "intentionally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 intencionalmente

🇮🇳 जानबूझकर

🇩🇪 absichtlich

🇮🇩 sengaja

🇺🇦 навмисно

🇵🇱 celowo

🇯🇵 意図的に (いとてきに)

🇫🇷 intentionnellement

🇪🇸 intencionalmente

🇹🇷 kasten

🇰🇷 고의로

🇸🇦 عن قصد

🇨🇿 úmyslně

🇸🇰 úmyselne

🇨🇳 故意地 (gùyì de)

🇸🇮 namerno

🇮🇸 viljandi

🇰🇿 әдейі

🇬🇪 განზრახ

🇦🇿 qəsdən

🇲🇽 intencionalmente

Word origin

The word 'intentionally' is derived from the noun 'intention,' which comes from the Latin word 'intentio,' meaning 'a stretching towards, purpose.' The adverb form 'intentionally' first appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century. It is used to describe actions or behaviors that are done with a specific purpose or deliberate intent.