Need another word that means the same as “target”? Find 39 synonyms and 30 related words for “target” in this overview.
The synonyms of “Target” are: target area, aim, object, objective, fair game, prey, quarry, mark, butt, game, kill, bag, bullseye, goal, end, desired result, victim, scapegoat, dupe, recipient, focus, subject, aunt sally, buckler, direct, place, point, pick out, single out, select, choose, decide on, earmark, fix on, level, intend, position
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “target” as a noun can have the following definitions:
aim | An anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions. He took aim and fired. |
aunt sally | The sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle. |
bag | The amount contained in a bag. There were dark bags under her eyes. |
buckler | A small round shield held by a handle or worn on the forearm. |
bullseye | A shot that hits the bullseye in sports such as archery shooting and darts. A bullseye lantern. |
desired result | Something that is desired. |
dupe | A person who is tricked or swindled. Men who were simply the dupes of their unscrupulous leaders. |
end | The point in time at which something ends. The end of the pier. |
fair game | Gathering of producers to promote business. |
focus | A fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section. Out of focus. |
game | Games the score at a particular point or the score needed to win. He thought of his painting as a game that filled his empty time. |
goal | An instance of sending the ball into or over the goal especially as a unit of scoring in a game. The aircraft bumped towards our goal some 400 miles to the west. |
mark | A figure or letter representing the total number of marks awarded in an examination or competition and signifying a person s score. Many candidates lose marks because they don t read the questions carefully. |
object | The goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable. He was dragging a large object. |
objective | The objective case. The system has achieved its objective. |
prey | Animal hunted or caught for food. He fell prey to muggers. |
quarry | A person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence. A limestone quarry. |
recipient | The semantic role of the animate entity that is passively involved in the happening denoted by the verb in the clause. The recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. |
scapegoat | Someone who is punished for the errors of others. |
subject | A person who is subjected to experimental or other observational procedures someone who is an object of investigation. He had been thinking about the subject for several years. |
target area | Sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at. |
victim | A person who is tricked or duped. Sacrificial victims for the ritual festivals. |
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “target” as a verb can have the following definitions:
aim | Move into a desired direction of discourse. We aim to give you the best possible service. |
choose | Pick out select or choose from a number of alternatives. There are many versions to choose from. |
decide on | Reach, make, or come to a decision about something. |
direct | Give directions to point somebody into a certain direction. His criticism was directed at the wastage of ammunition. |
earmark | Mark the ear of (a domesticated animal) as a sign of ownership or identity. The yard has been earmarked for a complete overhaul. |
fix on | Influence an event or its outcome by illegal means. |
focus | Bring into focus or alignment to converge or cause to converge of ideas or emotions. The light focused. |
intend | Mean or intend to express or convey. This one roomed cottage was intended to accommodate a family. |
level | Make level or straight. I have to level with you. |
pick out | Pilfer or rob. |
place | Score a goal by a place kick. They placed a contract for three boats. |
point | Give a sharp tapered point to. Reach up with your arms and point your toes. |
position | Promote (a product, service, or business) within a particular sector of a market, or as the fulfilment of that sector’s specific requirements. He pulled out a chair and positioned it between them. |
select | Pick out select or choose from a number of alternatives. She selected a pair of shoes from among the dozen the salesgirl had shown her. |
single out | Hit a single. |
accusative | A word in the accusative case. Accusative endings. |
aim | Direct (a remark) toward an intended goal. We aim to give you the best possible service. |
aimless | Aimlessly drifting. An aimless existence. |
aspiration | The action of pronouncing a sound with an exhalation of breath. The needs and aspirations of the people. |
destination | The place to which someone or something is going or being sent. Delft is an ideal destination for a relaxing weekend. |
direct | Of a current flowing in one direction only. A direct descendant of Edward III. |
goal | An instance of sending the ball into or over the goal especially as a unit of scoring in a game. The decisive opening goal. |
heading | A strip of cloth at the top of a curtain above the hooks or wire by which it is suspended. The heading seemed to have little to do with the text. |
incriminate | Suggest that someone is guilty. He refused to answer questions in order not to incriminate himself. |
intended | Planned or meant. Your intended trip abroad. |
intention | (usually plural) the goal with respect to a marriage proposal. If his intentions aren t honourable I never want to see him again. |
intentionality | Expressive of intentions. |
inventory | A complete list of items such as property, goods in stock, or the contents of a building. In our warehouse you ll find a large inventory of new and used bicycles. |
knowingly | In a way that suggests one has secret knowledge or awareness. When a journalist knowingly misleads their readers. |
mark | Make underscoring marks. This sign marks the border. |
object | Express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent. Small objects such as shells. |
objective | The objective case. The system has achieved its objective. |
opportunist | Opportunistic. Most burglaries are committed by casual opportunists. |
orientation | Familiarization with something. Showed a Marxist orientation. |
planned | Planned in advance. The planned outlays for new equipment. |
prey | Prey on or hunt for. He fell prey to muggers. |
propose | Propose or intend. Roy Thomson was proposed as chairman. |
purport | Appear to be or do something, especially falsely. She is not the person she purports to be. |
purpose | The quality of being determined to do or achieve something firmness of purpose. There was a new sense of purpose in her step as she set off. |
purposive | Having a purpose. Purposive behavior. |
squarely | In a straight direct way. The responsibility lies squarely with them. |
teleology | The doctrine of design and purpose in the material world. His theory of class consciousness is predicated on a teleology. |
thing | Personal belongings or clothing. She couldn t find a thing to wear. |
victim | An unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance. Earthquake victims. |
yard | A square or cubic yard especially of sand or other building materials. It cost two hundred up front one yard for Maurice one for the girl. |
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