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Definition of subgoal

subgoal

/ˈsʌb.ɡoʊl/
sub · goal
Plural:subgoals
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• noun

1

A secondary or intermediate objective that must be accomplished in order to achieve a larger, overarching goal, especially in project management, cognitive psychology, and artificial intelligence.

Example

"Breaking a complex dissertation down into manageable weekly subgoals helps prevent procrastination."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Subgoal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/subgoal
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