Kavatsuslik

Kavatsuslik is an Estonian adjective that appears infrequently in standard usage. It is formed from kavatsus, meaning intention or plan, with the suffix -lik, which typically yields adjectives meaning “having the quality of” or “characterized by.” As a result, kavatsuslik can be understood as meaning deliberate, intentional, or purposeful, emphasizing motives and planning behind actions or statements.

Etymology and formation: The word combines kavatsus (intention) with the common adjectival suffix -lik. In inflected forms it follows normal Estonian adjective patterns, for example kavatsusliku otsuse (a deliberately made decision) or kavatsusliku lähenemise (an intentional approach).

Usage notes: Kavatsuslik is not a everyday term in contemporary standard Estonian and is more likely to be found in philosophical, analytical, or literary contexts where the nuance of intentionality is under discussion. Because of its rarity, it may sound formal or stylistic to some readers, and speakers might choose more common expressions such as teadlik or sihitud to convey similar ideas in ordinary speech.

Examples:

- Ta tegutses kavatsuslikult, rõhutades oma eesmärgi saavutamist.

- See otsus oli kavatsuslik ja hästi põhjendatud.

- Kirjutise kavatsuslik lähenemine keskendus eetilistele kaalutlustele.

See also: kavatsus (intention), kavatsema (to intend). The term’s precise connotation can vary with context, so readers should consider surrounding text when interpreting kavatsuslik.