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What is another word for Mission? – 179 Mission Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    objective goal aim purpose intent intention assignment task duty job quest endeavor undertaking enterprise venture campaign operation project pursuit crusade drive effort initiative undertaking endeavor objective target ambition aspiration desire dream vision mandate directive instruction order commission charge responsibility function role part contribution stint tour term period stretch spell bout turn.

    Meaning of Mission

    According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a mission is "a specific task with which a person or group is charged" or "a preestablished and often self-contained unit with a specific task and a beginning and especially an end".

    Definitions

    • The Oxford English Dictionary defines mission as "a task or assignment given to a person or group of people, especially one that involves travelling or working in a foreign country" or "the purpose or objective for which something is done or created".
    • Cambridge Dictionary defines mission as "a task or job that someone is given to do, especially one that involves travelling or working in a different country" or "the purpose for which something exists or is done".

    Example Uses

    • The astronaut's mission was to collect samples from the planet's surface.
    • The company's mission is to provide high-quality products and services to its customers.
    • The team's mission is to win the championship title this season.
    • The charity's mission is to provide aid and support to people in need.
    • The diplomat's mission was to negotiate a peace treaty between the two countries.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    inaction idleness laziness lethargy apathy indifference passivity inactivity stagnation dormancy hibernation abdication resignation rejection refusal denial dismissal abandonment desertion evasion avoidance procrastination delay postponement cancellation termination cessation conclusion ending finish.

    Related Nouns

    objective goal target purpose intent intention assignment task duty job quest endeavor undertaking enterprise venture campaign operation project pursuit crusade drive effort initiative organization institution agency bureau department ministry commission committee council board.

    Related Verbs

    assign undertake pursue strive aim target direct guide lead manage conduct execute perform accomplish achieve complete finish terminate end cancel abandon reject refuse deny dismiss evade avoid procrastinate delay postpone.

    Related Adjectives

    specific clear defined precise exact distinct certain sure confident determined resolute firm unwavering unshakeable steady constant persistent relentless tireless diligent industrious active dynamic energetic vigorous effective efficient productive successful accomplished achieved completed finished terminated ended.