die Absicht, -en
intention · purpose
Ein geplanter Wille oder ein bestimmtes Ziel, das jemand erreichen möchte.
Definition & Meaning
The word die Absicht refers to the mental state of intending to perform a specific action or achieve a particular goal. It signifies a conscious plan or purpose behind an act.
- Intention/Purpose: A deliberate plan or aim. For example, someone might have the Absicht to travel abroad next year.
- Deliberateness: In a legal or moral context, it refers to doing something "on purpose" rather than by accident. If an action is done in der Absicht, it means it was premeditated.
Grammar & Word origin
- Grammar: It is a feminine noun (die Absicht). The plural form is die Absichten.
- Word origin: It is derived from the German verb absehen (to foresee/to look toward). Etymologically, it suggests "the act of looking toward" a specific target or outcome. The prefix ab- combined with Sicht (view/sight) describes focusing one's gaze toward a specific goal.
Synonyms & antonyms
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Examples
Er verfolgt eine klare Absicht.noun
He is pursuing a clear intention.
Seine Absicht ist schwer zu deuten.noun
His intention is hard to interpret.
Mit Absicht hat er den Schlüssel dort gelassen.noun
He left the key there on purpose.
Seine Absicht war es, frühzeitig zu kommen.noun
His intention was to arrive early.
Die Absicht, früher zu gehen, war offensichtlich.noun
The intention to leave early was obvious.
Seine Absicht ist klar und deutlich.noun
His intention is clear and obvious.
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