Synonyms of target

1. target, mark, reference point, point of reference, reference: usage: a reference point to shoot at; "his arrow hit the mark"
2. prey, quarry, target, fair game, victim: usage: a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence; "he fell prey to muggers"; "everyone was fair game"; "the target of a manhunt"
3. target, target area, topographic point, place, spot: usage: the location of the target that is to be hit
4. target, butt, sports equipment: usage: sports equipment consisting of an object set up for a marksman or archer to aim at
5. aim, object, objective, target, goal, end: usage: the goal intended to be attained (and which is believed to be attainable); "the sole object of her trip was to see her children"

1. target, aim, place, direct, point, aim, take, train, take aim, direct: usage: intend (something) to move towards a certain goal; "He aimed his fists towards his opponent's face"; "criticism directed at her superior"; "direct your anger towards others, not towards yourself"