objective
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /əbˈdʒɛktɪv/
KK: /əbˈdʒɛktɪv/
adjective
Definition
Based on facts and not influenced by personal feelings or opinions.
Example
The report provided an objective analysis of the situation.
Conversation
I think we should try to keep our discussions more objective this time.
That sounds fair! It helps to focus on the facts rather than opinions.
Exactly! When we stay objective, we can make better decisions together.
Agreed! Let's aim for that in our next meeting.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
impartial
unbiased
factual
Antonyms
subjective
biased
personal
noun
Definition
A goal or aim that someone is trying to achieve; something that is real or exists.
Example
Her main objective is to finish her degree by the end of the year.
Conversation
What's your main objective for this project?
I want to improve our team's overall performance.
That sounds great! My objective is to increase our outreach efforts.
Root Explanation
Objective → It is formed from "objectus" (from Latin, meaning thrown against) and the suffix "-ive" (meaning having the nature of). The word "objective" refers to something that is based on observable phenomena and not influenced by personal feelings or opinions, as if it were 'thrown against' a standard of reality.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'thrown against' a standard of reality — that's why 'objective' means based on facts and not influenced by personal feelings.
Visually Confused Words
unobjective
abjective
preobjective
nonobjective
subjective
projective
conjective
orective