intended crossing

of potential-energy surfaces
https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.I03071
Synonymous with avoided crossing. The term 'intended' should not be used in this context since it is an anthropomorphic term.
Source:
PAC, 1996, 68, 2223. 'Glossary of terms used in photochemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1996)' on page 2248 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199668122223)