core objective

[kɔːr əbˈdʒɛktɪv]
nounpl: core objectives
objetivo central
1. The primary or most important goal that an organization, project, or individual aims to achieve
The company's core objective is to increase market share by 25% within two years.
O objetivo central da empresa é aumentar a participação de mercado em 25% dentro de dois anos.
2. A fundamental target that serves as the foundation for all other goals and strategies
Our core objective in this initiative is to improve customer satisfaction.
Nosso objetivo central nesta iniciativa é melhorar a satisfação do cliente.
This term is widely used in American and Brazilian corporate environments, particularly in strategic planning, project management, and organizational development. It reflects the goal-oriented culture of modern business practices in both countries, emphasizing clarity of purpose and measurable outcomes.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
primary goalmain objectiveprincipal aimfundamental targetkey goal
Antonyms / Antônimos
secondary objectiveminor goalperipheral aim

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
objetivo central
Standard translation used in business and organizational contexts
Rio de Janeiro
objetivo central / meta principal
Both terms are commonly used interchangeably
São Paulo
objetivo central / alvo principal
Corporate and business environment usage
Portugal
objetivo central / objetivo principal
Used similarly in Portuguese corporate contexts

Related Words

strategic goalmission statementperformance targetkey result

Related Idioms & Phrases

on target with core objectives
miss the core objective
align with core objectives
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