Intention
An intention, or purpose, was something an individual or species planned to do or achieve. Some actions might not have an intention.

In 2254, when introducing himself to the Talosians, Captain Christopher Pike said that the intentions of Humans were peaceful. ()

In 2365, during a game of blackjack, Lieutenant Commander Data was asked if he was a card counter. Misunderstanding the meaning of the question, Data asked what would be the purpose of counting cards as their number and their values remained quite constant. ()

See also 
 Goal
 Motivation

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Culture