fixed intention

[FĬKST ĭn-TĔN-shən]
nounpl: fixed intentions
intenção fixa
1. A firm and unwavering resolve or purpose that is not subject to change or doubt
She approached the project with a fixed intention to succeed no matter the obstacles.
Ela abordou o projeto com uma intenção fixa de ter sucesso, não importa os obstáculos.
2. A predetermined goal or objective that one is committed to achieving
His fixed intention was to complete his degree before turning thirty.
Sua intenção fixa era completar seu diploma antes de completar trinta anos.
3. A deliberate and steadfast commitment to a specific course of action
With fixed intention, the team worked toward their championship goal.
Com intenção fixa, o time trabalhou em direção ao seu objetivo de campeonato.
The phrase 'fixed intention' is often used in formal, professional, and academic contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. It conveys a strong sense of determination and commitment, reflecting cultural values of perseverance and goal-oriented thinking. In Brazil, this concept is frequently expressed in business, educational, and personal development settings.
NYC Slang
dead set on something
Synonyms / Sinônimos
firm resolveunwavering purposesteadfast commitmentdetermined goalresolute aim
Antonyms / Antônimos
wavering intentionuncertain purposeindecisionvacillating goalhalf-hearted attempt

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
intenção fixa
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
intenção fixa / propósito firme
Both forms are commonly used in colloquial speech
São Paulo
intenção fixa
Preferred in formal and business contexts
Portugal
intenção fixa / propósito fixo
Both expressions are used; 'propósito fixo' is slightly more common in formal Portuguese

Related Words

determinationresolvecommitmentpurposeobjectivesteadfastnessconviction

Related Idioms & Phrases

with fixed intention
have a fixed intention
set one's fixed intention on something
maintain a fixed intention
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