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intention
This word carries a sense of conscious deliberation and mental preparation. It describes the bridge between a vague desire and a concrete action, implying a goal that has been consciously set in the mind. While a wish is passive, an intention is active and directed. In legal or formal contexts, it often refers to the state of mind required to prove a crime or a contract, distinguishing between an accidental act and a purposeful one. It is more formal than saying "plan" and suggests a level of commitment or purpose that "hope" lacks.
Countable when referring to specific goals or aims, such as having several different intentions for the weekend. Uncountable when referring to the general state of mind or purpose, as in the phrase "with good intention."