Goal

usgb/ɡəʊl/
noun

A target or result that someone tries to achieve.

Her goal is to become a lawyer.
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Often appears as...

  • achieve a goal
  • set a goal
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Personal Aspiration

Refers to someone's personal ambitions or desires in life or career.

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My goal is to master English within two years.
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Planning Required

Achieving a goal usually involves planning and effort.

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She set a goal to read 50 books this year.
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Long or Short-term

Goals can be immediate or require a long-term strategy.

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His short-term goal is to improve his presentation skills.
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