dessein
French → English
noun//de.sɛ̃//
(intention) Intent: a deliberate purpose, plan, or aim to execute a specific action; design
Il est difficile de percer les desseins secrets de ce politicien expérimenté.
(English) It is difficult to fathom the secret designs of this experienced politician.
Elle a agi dans le dessein d'aider les plus démunis de son quartier.
(English) She acted with the intent of helping the most destitute in her neighborhood.
Entry ID: fr:en:dessein · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary