objective

[əbˈdʒɛktɪv]

objective Definition

  • 1not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering and representing facts
  • 2a thing aimed at or sought; a goal

Using objective: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "objective" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The article provides an objective analysis of the situation.

  • Example

    The objective of this project is to increase sales.

  • Example

    She approached the problem with an objective mind.

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    The company's objective is to become the market leader.

objective Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using objective

  • to act or speak honestly and in accordance with one's own values and beliefs

    Example

    She decided to be true to herself and pursue her objective of becoming an artist.

  • in the interests of (objective)

    for the benefit or advantage of (objective)

    Example

    In the interests of objectivity, we need to consider all the evidence before making a decision.

  • to have a hidden personal motive or selfish interest in something

    Example

    He accused the journalist of having an axe to grind and not being objective in his reporting.

Phrases with objective

  • a truth that is independent of individual perspectives, beliefs, and opinions

    Example

    Scientists strive to discover objective truths about the natural world.

  • the lens in a telescope or microscope that is closest to the object being viewed

    Example

    The objective lens of the microscope magnifies the specimen.

  • a grammatical case used for the object of a verb or preposition

    Example

    In the sentence 'I gave her the book,' 'her' is in the objective case.

Origins of objective

from Medieval Latin 'objectivus', meaning 'relating to a thing or object'

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Summary: objective in Brief

The term 'objective' [əbˈdʒɛktɪv] refers to a state of being impartial and unbiased when considering facts or situations. It can also refer to a goal or aim, such as 'The objective of this project is to increase sales.' The phrase 'objective truth' denotes a truth that is independent of individual perspectives, while 'be true to oneself' means to act honestly and in accordance with one's own values and beliefs.

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