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object vs goal

goal vs object

object and goal both are nouns.

object is a verb but goal is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
object Yes No Yes No
goal Yes No No No
As nouns, goal is a hypernym of object; that is, goal is a word with a broader meaning than object:
  • object: the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable)
  • goal: the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it
Other hypernyms of object include end.
object (noun) goal (noun)
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow a successful attempt at scoring
the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable) game equipment consisting of the place toward which players of a game try to advance a ball or puck in order to score points
the focus of cognitions or feelings the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it
(computing) a discrete item that provides a description of virtually anything known to a computer the place designated as the end (as of a race or journey)
(grammar) a constituent that is acted upon
object (verb) goal (verb)
express or raise an objection or protest or criticism or express dissent
be averse to or express disapproval of
Difference between object and goal

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