Synonyms for

Target

Verb / ˈtɑ:rgʌt / / ˈtɜ:gʌt / Another word for target — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a direct object of attack or criticism

Synonyms & similar words

targetarea place prey object direct quarry point aim objective mark butt fairgame bullseye goal aim objective purpose destination mark point quota quota

Synonyms by register

Formal

objective goal aim purpose

Informal

mark bullseye prize shot

Literary

quarry butt

Antonyms

unintended random unplanned accidental unforeseen unaimed

Common collocations

  • target audience
  • target market
  • target group
  • target date
  • target price
  • target practice
  • target acquisition
  • target demographic

Word family

noun target
verb target
adjective targetable

Usage note

As a verb, 'target' can sometimes imply a deliberate and focused effort, which might carry a slightly aggressive connotation depending on the context.

Example sentences

  1. I hit the target with my dart.
  2. The sales target for this month is $100,000.
  3. She always sets high targets for herself.
  4. The criminal was the target of the police investigation.
  5. The company's target audience is young adults.

Quotes

  • A good archer is known not by his arrows but by his aim.
  • If you aim at nothing, you will hit it every time.
  • Hit the target right in the bullseye!

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