objective
adjective B2
Plain meaning
based on facts, not personal feelings
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss based on facts, not personal feelings in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described objective evidence in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that objective evidence can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
objective evidenceobjective assessmentobjective criteria
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “objective evidence”.