1. The main or primary goal that encompasses all aspects of an activity, project, or organization
The overall purpose of the meeting was to align the team on quarterly objectives.
O objetivo geral da reunião era alinhar o time com os objetivos trimestrais.
2. The fundamental intention or reason behind a broader initiative or strategy
The overall purpose of the new policy is to improve employee well-being.
O objetivo geral da nova política é melhorar o bem-estar dos funcionários.