aim

/eɪm/

Definitions

1. verb

to direct (one’s actions or efforts) towards a particular objective or goal

“She aims to complete the project by the end of the month.”

2. noun

the direction in which someone or something is trying to hit or reach a target

“He lost his aim and missed the shot.”

3. noun

a person’s or thing’s intended destination or goal

“The aim of the charity is to help the homeless.”

4. noun

the target or objective that someone or something is trying to hit or reach

“The aim of the shooter was a bullseye.”

Synonyms

  • objective
  • target

Antonyms

  • error
  • miss