objective
/ɒbˈd͡ʒɛk.tɪv//əbˈd͡ʒɛk.tɪv/
noun
- 1
A material object that physically exists.
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A goal that is striven for.
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(grammar) The objective case.
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(grammar) a noun or pronoun in the objective case.
- 5
The lens or lenses of a camera, microscope, or other optical device closest to the object being examined.
Synonyms
adjective
- 1
Of or relating to a material object, actual existence or reality.
- 2
Not influenced by the emotions or prejudices.
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Based on observed facts.
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(grammar) Of, or relating to a noun or pronoun used as the object of a verb.
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(grammar) Of, or relating to verbal conjugation that indicates the object (patient) of an action. (In linguistic descriptions of Tundra Nenets, among others.)
Antonyms
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