Word
targeting
Phoneticstar·get·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈtɑɹɡətɪŋ/
UK/tˈɑːɡɪtɪŋ/
Definitions
01focusing on a group
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. choosing a specific group of people to sell something to or to influence.
v. the act of directing advertising, criticism, or information at a specific audience or demographic.
“The company is targeting young families with its new line of healthy snacks.”
“By targeting high-income professionals in urban areas, the marketing campaign achieved a significantly higher conversion rate than previous broad-spectrum efforts.”
Usage
Often used in the continuous tense with a direct object.
Antonyms
02the act of aiming
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the process of selecting a goal or a person to attack or help.
n. the identification and selection of specific objects or individuals for action, whether military, social, or commercial.
“The targeting of innocent civilians during the conflict was condemned by the world.”
“Precise targeting is essential in modern charity work to ensure that resources reach the most vulnerable populations effectively.”
Synonyms
03biological transport
C2 · Proficiency Science Technical
adj. describing how proteins move to the right place in a cell.
adj. relating to the mechanisms by which a cell directs a protein to its appropriate intracellular or extracellular destination.
“The scientist studied the protein targeting process to understand how cells stay healthy.”
“Defects in the protein targeting pathway can lead to a variety of metabolic disorders as essential enzymes fail to reach the mitochondria.”
Usage
Usually appears immediately before the noun it modifies.
Synonyms
Real-World Examples
“Research suggests strength exercises targeting the quadriceps , a group of muscles at the front of the thigh, are particularly effective at reducing joint pain .” “It also said “Israeli warplanes carried out a series of airstrikes targeting the Ali al-Taher ridge”.” Word family
VERB
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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