target
/ˈtɑːɡɪt/ · /ˈtɑːrɡɪt/
CEFR level B1Topic WorkWord #1910 in the learning path
目标；指标
Definitions
n. A result or level that someone aims to achieve.
目标；指标
n. A person or thing aimed at or attacked.
靶子；攻击对象
v. To direct actions or attention towards a particular person or group.
以……为目标；面向
Example
My savings target is enough for a new bicycle.
我的储蓄目标是攒够买一辆新自行车的钱。
Governments should set realistic targets for reducing emissions and regularly assess progress towards achieving them.
政府应制定切实可行的减排目标，并定期评估实现目标的进展。
Collocations
- meet a target
- set a target
- target audience
- target vulnerable groups
Word family
- targeted (adj.)
Synonyms
- goal
- aim
Usage tip
表示达成目标用meet或reach a target。
FAQ
- What does target mean?
- A result or level that someone aims to achieve. A person or thing aimed at or attacked. To direct actions or attention towards a particular person or group.
- How is target pronounced?
- UK /ˈtɑːɡɪt/, US /ˈtɑːrɡɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
