Objective
easyPositive toneob-JEK-tiv
adjective
Definition
Not influenced by personal feelings or opinions in considering facts
Memory hook
OBJECT-ive: focused on the OBJECT (facts) in front of you, not your personal feelings about it.
Word roots
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Examples
“Scientists must maintain an objective perspective in research.”
“Try to give an objective assessment of the situation.”
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Fill in the blank with the right word:
“Scientists must maintain an ______ perspective in research.”
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objective
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GRE Tip
Objective is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "impartial" or "unbiased" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "subjective".
Related GRE Words
dispassionate
Not influenced by emotion; impartial and objective in judgment
impartial
Treating all rivals or disputants equally; fair and just
disinterested
free from bias or self-interest; impartial
indifferent
Having no particular interest or sympathy; mediocre
abundant
Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful
accept
To receive willingly; to agree to or consent to something
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