explicit target

[/ɪkˈsplɪsɪt ˈtɑːrɡɪt/]
noun phrasepl: explicit targets
alvo explícito
1. A clearly stated or specifically defined objective, goal, or aim that is openly communicated
The company's explicit target is to increase market share by 25% within the next fiscal year.
O alvo explícito da empresa é aumentar a participação de mercado em 25% no próximo ano fiscal.
2. In technical or military contexts, a clearly identified object or destination that is meant to be reached or affected
The missile's explicit target was the enemy communications center.
O alvo explícito do míssil era o centro de comunicações do inimigo.
3. In data analysis or programming, a specifically defined variable or entity that is the focus of computation or analysis
The algorithm requires an explicit target variable to perform supervised learning.
O algoritmo requer uma variável alvo explícita para realizar aprendizado supervisionado.
In Brazilian corporate culture, 'explicit targets' (alvos explícitos or metas explícitas) are integral to business planning and performance management. American companies emphasize explicit targets in strategic planning documentation and quarterly reviews. The phrase is more technical/formal in nature and is primarily used in business, technical, and academic contexts rather than in casual conversation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
stated objectivedefined goalspecific aimclear targetdesignated objective
Antonyms / Antônimos
implicit targetvague objectiveundefined goalambiguous aim

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alvo explícito
Standard usage in business and technical contexts
São Paulo
meta explícita
Common in corporate and business environments
Rio de Janeiro
objetivo explícito
Frequently used in government and institutional contexts
Portugal
alvo explícito
Standard European Portuguese usage, similar to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

objectivegoalaimtarget audienceperformance metricdesignated outcome

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit the target
on target
moving the goalposts
miss the mark
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