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Antonyms for on target


Grammar : Adj, adv
Spell : on-tahr-git, awn-
Phonetic Transcription : ˈɒnˈtɑr gɪt, ˈɔn-



Definition of on target

Origin :
  • c.1400, "shield," diminutive of late Old English targe, from Old French targe "light shield," from Frankish *targa "shield" (cf. Old High German zarga "edging, border," German zarge, Old English targe, Old Norse targa "shield"), from Proto-Germanic *targo "border, edge." Meaning "object to be aimed at in shooting" first recorded 1757, originally in archery. Target audience is by 1951, early reference is to Cold War psychological warfare.
  • As in perfect : adj accurate, correct
  • As in pertinent : adj relevant, suitable
  • As in proper : adj conventional, correct
  • As in specific : adj particular, distinguishing
  • As in true : adj real, valid; concordant with facts
  • As in correct : adj accurate, exact
  • As in exact : adj accurate, precise
  • As in faultless : adj having nothing wrong with it
  • As in germane : adj appropriate
  • As in applicable : adj appropriate
  • As in impeccable : adj above suspicion; flawless
  • As in on the nose : adv exactly
  • As in right on the button : adv exactly

Synonyms for on target

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