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realistic goal

[/riːˈælɪstɪk ɡoʊl/]
nounpl: realistic goals
objetivo realista
1. A goal or objective that is achievable and based on practical considerations, realistic expectations, and available resources
Setting a realistic goal to lose 2 pounds per week is better than aiming for 10 pounds.
Estabelecer um objetivo realista de perder 2 quilos por semana é melhor do que visar 10 quilos.
2. A target that takes into account current circumstances, constraints, and one's actual capabilities
A realistic goal for the startup is to reach profitability within three years.
Um objetivo realista para a startup é atingir a lucratividade em três anos.
Synonyms
achievable goalattainable goalpractical goalfeasible goalreasonable goal
Antonyms
unrealistic goalimpossible goalfar-fetched goalunattainable goal

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
objetivo realista
Most common term used in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
meta realista
Alternative term commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
objectivo realista
Portuguese spelling variant; also uses 'meta realista' in modern usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep your feet on the ground
be realistic about
set the bar right
aim for the stars but keep your feet on the ground
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