Our main objective was the recovery of the child safe and well.
His objective was to play golf and win.
Synonyms: purpose, aim, goal, end More Synonyms of objective
2. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
Objective information is based on facts.
He had no objective evidence that anything extraordinary was happening.
objectivelyadverb [usually ADVERB with verb]
We simply want to inform people objectively about events.
objectivity (ɒbdʒektɪvɪti)uncountable noun
The poll, whose objectivity is open to question, gave the party a 39% share of thevote.
3. adjective
If someone is objective, they base their opinions on facts rather than on their personal feelings.
I believe that a journalist should be completely objective.
I would really like to have your objective opinion on this.
Synonyms: unbiased, neutral, detached, just More Synonyms of objective
objectivelyadverb [usually ADVERB with verb]
Try to view situations more objectively, especially with regard to work.
Synonyms: impartially, neutrally, fairly, justly More Synonyms of objective
objectivityuncountable noun
The psychiatrist must learn to maintain an unusual degree of objectivity.
Synonyms: impartiality, detachment, neutrality, equity More Synonyms of objective
More Synonyms of objective
objective in British English
(əbˈdʒɛktɪv)
adjective
1.
existing independently of perception or an individual's conceptions
are there objective moral values?
2.
undistorted by emotion or personal bias
3.
of or relating to actual and external phenomena as opposed to thoughts, feelings, etc
4. medicine
(of disease symptoms) perceptible to persons other than the individual affected
5. grammar
denoting a case of nouns and pronouns, esp in languages having only two cases, that is used to identify the direct object of a finite verb or preposition and for various other purposes. In English the objective case of pronouns is also used in many elliptical constructions (as in Poor me! Who, him?), as the subject of a gerund (as in It was me helping him), informally as a predicate complement (as in It's me), and in nonstandard use as part of a compound subject (as in John, Larry, and me went fishing)
See also accusative
6.
of, or relating to a goal or aim
noun
7.
the object of one's endeavours; goal; aim
8. Also called: objective point military
a place or position towards which forces are directed
9.
an actual phenomenon; reality
10. grammar
a.
the objective case
b.
a word or speech element in the objective case
11. Also called: object glass optics
a.
the lens or combination of lenses nearest to the object in an optical instrument
b.
the lens or combination of lenses forming the image in a camera or projector
Abbreviation: obj Compare: subjective
Derived forms
objectival (ˌɒbdʒɛkˈtaɪvəl)
adjective
objectively (obˈjectively)
adverb
objectivity (ˌobjecˈtivity) or rare objectiveness (obˈjectiveness)
noun
objective in American English
(əbˈdʒɛktɪv; ɑbˈdʒɛktɪv)
adjective
1.
of or having to do with a known or perceived object as distinguished from something existing only in the mind of the subject, or person thinking
2.
being, or regarded as being, independent of the mind; real; actual
3.
determined by and emphasizing the features and characteristics of the object, or thing dealt with, rather than the thoughts and feelings of the artist, writer, or speaker
an objective painting or description
4.
without bias or prejudice; detached
5.
being the aim or goal
an objective point
6. US
designating a kind of test, as a multiple-choice or true-false test, that minimizes subjective factors in answering and grading
7. Grammar
designating or of the case of an object of a transitive verb or preposition
8. Medicine
designating or of a symptom or condition perceptible to others besides the patient
noun
9.
anything external to or independent of the mind; something objective; reality
10.
something aimed at or striven for
11. Grammar
a.
the objective case
b.
a word in this case
12. Optics
the lens or lenses nearest to the object observed, as in a microscope or telescope, that serve to focus light to form the image of the object
SIMILAR WORDS: fair, inˈtention
Derived forms
objectively (obˈjectively)
adverb
objectiveness (obˈjectiveness)
noun
Word origin
ML objectivus
COBUILD Collocations
objective
clear objective
key objective
main objective
overriding objective
policy objective
primary objective
sole objective
specific objectives
Examples of 'objective' in a sentence
objective
But to come away from the two games top of our qualifying group was the main objective.
The Sun (2016)
But we have got six points, which was our main objective.
The Sun (2016)
This was a highly innovative, exceptionally well managed project with very clear objectives and benefits.
Computing (2010)
Good health is dependent on rather more objective factors, one of which is not being overweight.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
Belief and conviction brings energy and drive because there is a clear objective set out before the players and they know where they are going.
The Sun (2016)
But those 12 objectives are just part of my plan for Britain.
The Sun (2017)
Obviously the aims and objectives that you have will affect the group and your activities.
Aiken, Nick Working with Teenagers (1994)
We are reading to discover more about objective reality.
Christianity Today (2000)
What is the difference between goals and objectives?
McKenzie, James F. & Pinger, Robert R. An Introduction to Community Health (1995)
Growth objectives have to be economic objectives rather than volume objectives.
Peter F. Drucker MANAGEMENT: task, responsibilities, practices (1974)
The military have also been set insufficiently clear objectives.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Time for a brutally objective scientific view.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
We need to identify objectives and back them to the hilt.
The Sun (2012)
This has allowed him to think exclusively about his personal objectives.
The Sun (2016)
The final part of the objective gives any information about the conditions of performance.
Torrington, Derek Personnel Management: A New Approach (1991)
The trick is to target key objectives together.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The first step is to seek an objective opinion.
Steinberg, Laurence & Levine, Ann You and Your Adolescent: A Parents' Guide for Ages 10 to 20 (1990)
The main objective was to bring prices down.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
There must be multiple objectives rather than a single objective.
Peter F. Drucker MANAGEMENT: task, responsibilities, practices (1974)
We first take a look at learning and then consider the identification of training needs and the formulation of learning objectives.
Torrington, Derek Personnel Management: A New Approach (1991)
As there is an objective moral standard of equality, there is also an objective moral standard of marriage.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
I write as an objective journalist, not as a cycling fanatic.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
All in all, the image objectives envisaged for the Golf were reached to a large extent.
Tom Cannon Basic Marketing. Principles and Practice (1986)
Word lists with
objective
grammatical
In other languages
objective
British English: objective /əbˈdʒɛktɪv/ NOUN
Your objective is what you are trying to achieve.
His objective was to win.
American English: objective
Arabic: هَدَفٌ
Brazilian Portuguese: objetivo
Chinese: 目标
Croatian: cilj
Czech: cíl snažení
Danish: mål
Dutch: doel doelstelling
European Spanish: objetivo finalidad
Finnish: tavoite
French: objectif
German: Ziel
Greek: στόχος σκοπός
Italian: obiettivo
Japanese: 目的
Korean: 목적
Norwegian: målsetning
Polish: obiektywny
European Portuguese: objetivo
Romanian: obiectiv
Russian: задача
Latin American Spanish: objetivo
Swedish: mål
Thai: เป้าหมาย
Turkish: amaç
Ukrainian: мета
Vietnamese: mục tiêu
Chinese translation of 'objective'
objective
(əbˈdʒɛktɪv)
adj
客观(觀)的 (kèguān de)
n(c)
(= goal) 目标(標) (mùbiāo) (个(個), gè)
1 (adjective)
Definition
existing independently of the mind
He has no objective evidence to support his claim.
Synonyms
factual
Any comparison that is not strictly factual runs the risk of being interpreted as subjective.
real
No, it wasn't a dream. It was real.
actual
They are using local actors or the actual people involved.
existing
manifest
empirical
There is no empirical evidence to support his theory.
circumstantial
verifiable
2 (adjective)
Definition
of or relating to actual facts as opposed to thoughts or feelings
I would like your objective opinion on this.
Synonyms
unbiased
The researchers were expected to be unbiased.
neutral
Those who had decided to remain neutral now found themselves forced to take sides.
detached
The piece is written in a detached, precise style.
just
She fought honestly for a just cause and for freedom.
fair
I wanted them to get a fair deal.
judicial
open-minded
I have always been open-minded about politics.
equitable
the equitable distribution of social wealth
impartial
They offer impartial advice, guidance and information to students.
impersonal
An executive announced the cuts in a curt and impersonal manner.
disinterested
Scientists are expected to be impartial and disinterested.
even-handed
The administration wants to ensure the meetings appear even-handed.
dispassionate
We try to be dispassionate about the cases we bring.
unemotional
uninvolved
unprejudiced
There must be a few honest and unprejudiced lawyers around.
uncoloured
Opposites
prejudiced
,
biased
,
personal
,
unfair
,
subjective
,
unjust
(noun)
Definition
an aim or purpose
His objective was to play golf and win.
Synonyms
purpose
They are prepared to go to any lengths to achieve their purpose.
aim
a research programme that has failed to achieve its aim
goal
The goal is to raise as much money as possible.
end
another policy designed to achieve the same end
plan
Her plan was to teach the children at home.
hope
Kevin hasn't given up hope of being fit.
idea
The idea is to help lower-income families to buy their homes.
design
Is there some design in having him here?
target
school leavers who fail to reach their targets
wish
Clearly she had no wish for his company.
scheme
a private pension scheme
desire
I had a strong desire to help and care for people.
object
The object of the exercise is to raise money for charity.
intention
She announced her intention of standing for parliament.
ambition
My ambition is to sail round the world.
aspiration
the needs and aspirations of our pupils
Holy Grail (informal)
end in view
why and wherefore
Additional synonyms
in the sense of actual
Definition
existing in reality or as a matter of fact
They are using local actors or the actual people involved.
Synonyms
genuine,
real,
true,
confirmed,
authentic,
verified,
truthful,
bona fide,
dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal)
in the sense of aim
Definition
intention or purpose
a research programme that has failed to achieve its aim
Synonyms
intention,
end,
point,
plan,
course,
mark,
goal,
design,
target,
wish,
scheme,
purpose,
direction,
desire,
object,
objective,
ambition,
intent,
aspiration,
Holy Grail (informal)
in the sense of ambition
Definition
something so desired
My ambition is to sail round the world.
Synonyms
goal,
end,
hope,
design,
dream,
target,
aim,
wish,
purpose,
desire,
intention,
objective,
intent,
aspiration,
Holy Grail (informal)
Synonyms of 'objective'
objective
Explore 'objective' in the dictionary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of aspiration
Definition
a strong desire or aim
the needs and aspirations of our pupils
Synonyms
aim,
longing,
end,
plan,
hope,
goal,
design,
dream,
wish,
desire,
object,
intention,
objective,
ambition,
craving,
endeavour,
yearning,
eagerness,
Holy Grail (informal),
hankering
in the sense of design
Definition
an intention
Is there some design in having him here?
Synonyms
intention,
end,
point,
aim,
plan,
goal,
dream,
target,
wish,
purpose,
desire,
object,
objective,
ambition,
intent
in the sense of desire
Definition
a wish or longing
I had a strong desire to help and care for people.
Synonyms
wish,
want,
longing,
need,
hope,
urge,
yen (informal),
hunger,
appetite,
aspiration,
ache,
craving,
yearning,
inclination,
thirst,
hankering
in the sense of detached
Definition
showing no emotional involvement
The piece is written in a detached, precise style.
Synonyms
objective,
neutral,
impartial,
reserved,
aloof,
impersonal,
disinterested,
unbiased,
dispassionate,
uncommitted,
uninvolved,
unprejudiced
in the sense of disinterested
Definition
free from bias
Scientists are expected to be impartial and disinterested.
Synonyms
impartial,
objective,
neutral,
detached,
equitable,
impersonal,
unbiased,
even-handed,
unselfish,
uninvolved,
unprejudiced,
free from self-interest
in the sense of dispassionate
Definition
not influenced by emotion
We try to be dispassionate about the cases we bring.
Synonyms
objective,
fair,
neutral,
detached,
indifferent,
impartial,
impersonal,
disinterested,
unbiased,
uninvolved,
unprejudiced
in the sense of empirical
Definition
derived from experiment, experience, and observation rather than from theory or logic
There is no empirical evidence to support his theory.
Synonyms
first-hand,
direct,
observed,
practical,
actual,
experimental,
pragmatic,
factual,
experiential
in the sense of end
Definition
the purpose of an action
another policy designed to achieve the same end
Synonyms
purpose,
point,
reason,
goal,
design,
target,
aim,
object,
mission,
intention,
objective,
drift,
intent,
aspiration
in the sense of equitable
Definition
fair and reasonable
the equitable distribution of social wealth
Synonyms
even-handed,
just,
right,
fair,
due,
reasonable,
proper,
honest,
impartial,
rightful,
unbiased,
dispassionate,
proportionate,
unprejudiced,
nondiscriminatory
in the sense of even-handed
Definition
fair
The administration wants to ensure the meetings appear even-handed.
Synonyms
fair,
just,
balanced,
equitable,
impartial,
disinterested,
unbiased,
fair and square,
unprejudiced
Additional synonyms
in the sense of fair
Definition
in agreement with rules
I wanted them to get a fair deal.
Synonyms
unbiased,
impartial,
even-handed,
unprejudiced,
just,
clean,
square,
equal,
objective,
reasonable,
proper,
legitimate,
upright,
honourable,
honest,
equitable,
lawful,
trustworthy,
on the level (informal),
disinterested,
dispassionate,
above board,
according to the rules
in the sense of goal
Definition
an aim or purpose
The goal is to raise as much money as possible.
Synonyms
aim,
end,
target,
purpose,
object,
intention,
objective,
ambition,
destination,
Holy Grail (informal)
in the sense of hope
Definition
a feeling of desire for something, usually with confidence in the possibility of its fulfilment
Kevin hasn't given up hope of being fit.
Synonyms
belief,
confidence,
expectation,
longing,
dream,
desire,
faith,
ambition,
assumption,
anticipation,
expectancy,
light at the end of the tunnel
in the sense of idea
Definition
aim or purpose
The idea is to help lower-income families to buy their homes.
Synonyms
intention,
aim,
purpose,
object,
end,
plan,
reason,
goal,
design,
objective,
motive
in the sense of impartial
Definition
not favouring one side or the other
They offer impartial advice, guidance and information to students.
Synonyms
neutral,
objective,
detached,
just,
fair,
equal,
open-minded,
equitable,
disinterested,
unbiased,
even-handed,
nonpartisan,
unprejudiced,
without fear or favour,
nondiscriminating
in the sense of impersonal
Definition
without human warmth or sympathy
An executive announced the cuts in a curt and impersonal manner.
Synonyms
detached,
neutral,
dispassionate,
cold,
formal,
aloof,
businesslike
in the sense of intention
Definition
something intended
She announced her intention of standing for parliament.
Synonyms
aim,
plan,
idea,
goal,
end,
design,
target,
wish,
scheme,
purpose,
desire,
object,
objective,
determination,
intent,
end in view
in the sense of just
Definition
fair and right
She fought honestly for a just cause and for freedom.
Synonyms
fair,
good,
legitimate,
honourable,
right,
square,
pure,
decent,
upright,
honest,
equitable,
righteous,
conscientious,
impartial,
virtuous,
lawful,
blameless,
unbiased,
fair-minded,
unprejudiced
in the sense of neutral
Definition
of or belonging to a neutral party or country
Those who had decided to remain neutral now found themselves forced to take sides.
Synonyms
unbiased,
impartial,
disinterested,
even-handed,
dispassionate,
sitting on the fence,
uninvolved,
noncommittal,
nonpartisan,
unprejudiced,
nonaligned,
unaligned,
noncombatant,
nonbelligerent
in the sense of object
Definition
an aim or purpose
The object of the exercise is to raise money for charity.
Synonyms
purpose,
aim,
end,
point,
plan,
idea,
reason,
goal,
design,
target,
principle,
function,
intention,
objective,
intent,
motive,
end in view,
end purpose,
the why and wherefore
Additional synonyms
in the sense of open-minded
Definition
willing to consider new ideas
I have always been open-minded about politics.
Synonyms
unprejudiced,
liberal,
free,
balanced,
catholic,
broad,
objective,
reasonable,
enlightened,
tolerant,
impartial,
receptive,
unbiased,
even-handed,
dispassionate,
fair-minded,
broad-minded,
undogmatic
in the sense of plan
Her plan was to teach the children at home.
Synonyms
intention,
idea,
aim,
hope,
goal,
target,
object,
ambition
in the sense of real
Definition
actual
No, it wasn't a dream. It was real.
Synonyms
true,
actual,
genuine,
concrete,
sincere,
tangible,
honest,
factual,
existent,
palpable,
dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal),
unimagined,
unfeigned
in the sense of scheme
Definition
a systematic plan for a course of action
a private pension scheme
Synonyms
plan,
programme,
strategy,
system,
design,
project,
theory,
proposal,
device,
tactics,
course of action,
contrivance
in the sense of target
Definition
a fixed goal or objective
school leavers who fail to reach their targets
Synonyms
goal,
aim,
objective,
end,
mark,
object,
intention,
ambition,
Holy Grail (informal)
in the sense of unprejudiced
Definition
free from bias
There must be a few honest and unprejudiced lawyers around.
Synonyms
impartial,
fair,
objective,
just,
balanced,
unbiased,
even-handed,
fair-minded,
nonpartisan,
uninfluenced
in the sense of wish
Definition
a desire, often for something impossible or improbable