Bullseye: meaning, definitions and examples

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bullseye

 

[ หˆbสŠlzaษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

target

The central circle on a target, at which archers aim.

Synonyms

center, mark, target.

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Word Description / Examples
bullseye

Typically used in archery, shooting, or darts to describe hitting the exact center of a target. It can also be used metaphorically to indicate achieving a perfect result.

  • He hit the bullseye with his first arrow.
  • Her analysis was spot on, hitting the bullseye.
target

Refers to an object, goal, or endpoint one aims to hit, achieve, or reach. Common in both physical aiming contexts like shooting and business or personal goal-setting contexts.

  • The archer aimed for the target.
  • Our sales team exceeded its target for the quarter.
mark

Can be used to denote a point, line, or target to aim at. It's more general and can be used in various contexts, such as aiming for a specific goal or identifying a specific spot.

  • Aim for the mark on the wall during the practice.
  • She made her mark in the fashion industry.
center

Refers to the middle point of an area or object. Commonly used in many contexts, including sports, geography, and general positioning.

  • Place the cake in the center of the table.
  • The city center was bustling with activity.

Examples of usage

  • She hit the bullseye on her first try.
  • The dart landed right in the bullseye.
Context #2 | Noun

achievement

A successful achievement or goal.

Synonyms

achievement, goal, success.

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bullseye

Used often in target sports like archery or darts when someone hits the exact center of the target. It can also be used metaphorically to mean hitting a precise point or achieving exactly what was intended.

  • He hit the bullseye with his dart
  • Her prediction was a bullseye
success

Indicates the accomplishment of an aim or purpose. It often implies a positive outcome, wealth, fame, or social status. Common in career, academic, and life contexts.

  • The product launch was a huge success
  • He found success as an entrepreneur
achievement

Refers to successfully reaching a goal or completing a task, typically through effort, skill, or courage. Common in academic, professional, and personal growth contexts.

  • Graduating from college is a great achievement
  • Winning the award was his highest achievement
goal

Describes an objective or desired result that a person or group aims to achieve. Widely used in personal development, business, and sports contexts.

  • Her goal is to run a marathon next year
  • The company's goal is to expand internationally

Examples of usage

  • Scoring a perfect grade was a bullseye for her.
  • His new business idea was a bullseye in the market.
Context #3 | Noun

focus

A point or centre of focus.

Synonyms

centre, focus, point.

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bullseye

Used to refer to the center of a target, often in shooting or archery, but can also indicate achieving a perfect result.

  • He hit the bullseye with his first shot.
  • Her comment was a bullseye in the debate.
focus

Primarily used when talking about concentrating on something specific. It can also refer to the central point of interest or activity.

  • You need to focus on your studies.
  • The focus of the meeting was on improving customer service.
point

Can mean a specific spot or location, a particular detail or idea, or the main idea/ reason. This word has many uses.

  • She made an interesting point during the discussion.
  • What is the point of this exercise?
  • Point to where it hurts.

Examples of usage

  • The presentation had a clear bullseye - the importance of teamwork.
  • Her speech hit the bullseye of the company's core values.

Translations

Translations of the word "bullseye" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น centro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเค•เฅเคทเฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ziel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ target

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั†ั–ะปัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ cel

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cible

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ diana

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hedef

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ‘œ์ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ุฏู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cรญl

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ cieฤพ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ถๅฟƒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ cilj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mark

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐา›ัะฐั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ˜แƒ–แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™qsษ™d

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ diana

Etymology

The term 'bullseye' originates from the sport of archery. It refers to the central circle on a target that archers aim for. Over time, the term has evolved to represent hitting a target accurately or achieving a goal with precision. The metaphorical use of 'bullseye' in various contexts signifies hitting a specific target or focus point effectively.

See also: bull, bulldozer, bullion, bulls.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,524, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.