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purpose vs intention

intention vs purpose

purpose and intention both are nouns.

purpose is a verb but intention is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
purpose Yes No Yes No
intention Yes No No No
As nouns, purpose and intention are synonyms defined as:
  • purpose and intention: an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Other synonyms of purpose include aim, design, intent.
purpose (noun) intention (noun)
what something is used for an act of intending; a volition that you intend to carry out
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal
purpose (verb) intention (verb)
reach a decision
propose or intend
Difference between purpose and intention

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