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Her intentional pause gave everyone time to think.
What does Intentional mean?
Intentional means done on purpose.
Dictionary definition
done on purpose, with thought and planning.
Example sentences
Intentional in a sentence
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The writer made an intentional choice to repeat the phrase.
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What does intentional mean?
Intentional describes something done with purpose or planning.
Practice 2
Which sentence uses intentional correctly?
This sentence shows a planned, purposeful action.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of intentional?
Accidental means happening by chance, not on purpose.
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Intentional
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in · ten · shuh · nuhl · strongest beat: ten
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WordIntentional.
Partadjective.
MeaningIntentional means done on purpose.
ExampleExample: Her intentional pause gave everyone time to think.
Word breakdown
4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- in · ten · shuh · nuhl
- Strongest beat
- ten
- Ending
- nuhl
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on ten.
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Synonyms
Words like Intentional
deliberateDone with careful thought.
purposefulDone with a clear reason.
plannedDecided ahead of time.
Antonyms
Opposite words
accidentalHappening by chance.
unplannedNot decided ahead of time.
randomWithout a clear plan or purpose.
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Hint for students
Intentional means done on purpose.
Common mix-up
Intentional is not the same as accidental. Intentional means intentional means done on purpose.
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Read this model sentence: The writer made an intentional choice to repeat the phrase. Clue words: writer, made, choice. Underline clue words that show why intentional fits instead of accidental. Now write one new sentence that shows intentional without using the word intentional. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show intentional?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The writer made an intentional choice to repeat the phrase." Why does intentional fit better than accidental?
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