on target

1 of 2

phrase

: precisely correct or valid especially in interpreting or addressing a problem or vital issue

on-target

2 of 2

adjective

on-tar·​get ˈän-ˈtär-gət 

ˈȯn-

: exactly appropriate : accurate

on-target advice

Synonyms of on target

Adjective

• accurate
• correct
• true
• precise
• good

Examples of on target in a Sentence

Adjective

an economic forecast for three percent growth that turned out to be entirely on-target

Recent Examples on the Web

Phrase

Even so, to not have a single shot on target in a World Cup final is pretty disappointing to say the least. — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 20 July 2026

That was the lone shot on target generated in the first half, with both teams limiting opportunities in the final third in a physical and chippy opening 45 minutes. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026

Adjective

But what makes the seven-part series a cut above derives from the on-target performances, especially Annette Bening as Priscilla, Cary’s cunning, grifter momma bear who has an axe to grind with Lucky and Lucky’s dad, also a con artist. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 16 July 2026

Its 22 on-target attempts tied with France and Germany for most during the group stage, and its 59 attempts at goal were tied for third-most, with Colombia, and behind Belgium (73) and Turkey (70). — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 28 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1967, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for on target

• nontarget
• argot

Kids Definition

on-target

adjective

on-tar·​get

ˈȯn-ˈtär-gət, 

ˈän-

: just right : accurate

gave him on-target advice