objective

/ɒbd‍ʒˈɛktɪv/

/əbˈdʒɛktɪv/

Objective

a goal that one wants to achieve

synonyms : aim

the lens or system of lenses in a telescope or microscope that is nearest the object being viewed

objective

based only on facts and not influenced by personal feelings or judgments

antonyms : subjective

serving as or indicating the object of a verb or of certain prepositions and used for certain other purposes

synonyms : accusative

existing externally and independent of one's feelings and thoughts

emphasizing or expressing things as perceived without distortion of personal feelings or interpretation

Examples

1. As so often happened, Peter, Tommy and Henry had totally lost sight of their real objective.

2. The team needs to keep the pot boiling and not lose focus on their objectives.

3. The teacher put the students to work on a group project, giving them a clear set of instructions and objectives to achieve.

4. The company has outlined a strategic plan with specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound objectives.