objective

noun B2

Meaning

An objective is a specific goal or aim that one strives to achieve, often used in contexts such as business planning or academic research.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "objective" with "subjective," where the former refers to measurable goals and the latter refers to personal opinions or feelings.

Example Sentences

Our main objective is to finish the project on time .
What is the main objective of this project ?

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