Intention
Intention noun - Something that one hopes or intends to accomplish.
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Synonyms for Intention
Pretext and intention are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pretext" instead a noun "Intention".
Pretext
Pretext noun - Something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason.
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Synonyms for Pretext
Intention and pretext are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Intention" instead a noun "Pretext".
Nearby Word: pretexting
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Pretext and Intention. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 22, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/intention/pretext
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