as in purpose
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
the summer camp's stated objective is to produce tournament-level tennis players
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as in empirical
based on observation or experience
an objective assessment based solely upon the results of the experiment
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as in impartial
marked by justice, honesty, and freedom from bias
the judge removed herself from the case because she doubted her ability to remain objective, given her friendship with one of the attorneys
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as in historical
restricted to or based on fact
the paper's news stories strive to be scrupulously objective, with opinions clearly labeled as commentary
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as in neutrality
lack of favoritism toward one side or another
the teacher's objectivity would be seriously compromised if his own child were placed in the class
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Recent Examples of objective
Jason Fanelli, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2025
The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2025
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 May 2025
Of all the things at risk, the loss of an objective reality is perhaps the most dangerous.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 7 May 2025
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
And that’s because what a disinterested lawyer would do is bring in that objectivity.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2025
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Noun
The objectives were met, the elevator was called, but we were pounded into the dirt right at the finish line.
—Jason Fanelli, Rolling Stone, 14 May 2025
The objective is to study the composition and origin of the domes and surroundings.
—Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2025
Adjective
The defendants insisted there was no conspiracy and that NASL’s lack of recognition as a D1 or D2 league reflected its failure to meet objective metrics, including minimum stadium seating capacity, number of teams and time zone coverage.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 13 May 2025
Of all the things at risk, the loss of an objective reality is perhaps the most dangerous.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 7 May 2025
Noun
Over time, partisan news has flourished, and mainstream outlets have struggled to maintain broad credibility even while striving for objectivity.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
And that’s because what a disinterested lawyer would do is bring in that objectivity.
—Devon Ivie, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for objective
Adjective
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These include: Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Self-Regulation Programs While there is enthusiasm around self-regulation, limited empirical research on its effectiveness means that the long-term impacts of some programs are not fully understood.—
Eric Reicin,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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But empirical research strongly refutes the idea that misinformation is simply in the eye of the beholder.—
Sander van der Linden,
Time,
6 May 2025
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Diddy's jury selection continued Tuesday with voir dire, the questioning of potential jurors to assess their ability to remain impartial upon hearing various types of evidence.—
Lauryn Overhultz , Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2025
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They were asked if their experience would prevent them from making an impartial judgment, and most said no.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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Given the historical likelihood of a positive one-day return, traders might contemplate entering a position prior to the earnings announcement.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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That historical tension—between the promise of scientific freedom and the peril of political control—may now be resurfacing in troubling ways.—
Alondra Nelson,
Time,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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The group later delivered a letter to the governor’s office that called for equitable school funding and the passage of Senate Bill 1511, which has passed out of the Education Committee and has been sent to Appropriations.—
Jessika Harkay,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2025
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The Cook County Board of Review has consistently advocated for reforms to improve initial assessments and ensure equitable outcomes for all taxpayers.—
George Cardenas,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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This is a preview of The 1600—Tap here to get this newsletter delivered straight to your inbox. fairness meter Newsweek is committed to journalism that's factual and fair.—
Carlo Versano,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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Imagine getting together online with a community where the AI can determine if what is said is factual, and rather than being a spectator like on an ‘X spaces’ (formerly Twitter), the interaction is warm, like being with friends at a dinner party.—
Larry Dvoskin,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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Still, the overall vibe in Capital One Arena was laced with equal parts sadness and optimism, and that made sense.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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The survey results often provide validation and locker-room white-board fodder in equal parts for teams eager to prove themselves.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2025
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The top limited per screen average so far is 2025 is for the documentary Secret Mall Apartment, a surprise standout by Jeremy Workman and self-released by Wheelhouse Creative, that opened in late March to $40.5k at one exclusive engagement in Providence, RI and is still in theaters.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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The documentary streaming boom is officially over, according to Academy Award-winning producer and Impact Partners co-founder Geralyn Dreyfous.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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The Lynx were literal seconds away from a ring last year.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
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This is a literal fireable offense from Pat Riley – Metcalf.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2025
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“Objective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objective. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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