Nagestreefd

Nagestreefd is a Dutch adjective meaning having been pursued or sought after. It is used to describe goals, objectives, or outcomes that have been set and actively worked toward, rather than merely aspirational. In organizational and policy discourse, the term signals deliberate planning, monitoring, and effort aimed at attaining a target.

Etymology and usage: The term derives from the verb nastreven (to strive for). Nagestreefd is the past participle used as an adjective; it commonly appears before a noun in phrases such as nagestreefde doelstelling (pursued objective) or nagestreefde omzetgroei (pursued revenue growth). The form indicates both intention and ongoing activity rather than guaranteed success.

Context and nuance: Nagestreefd describes targets that are acknowledged as priorities and actively pursued through actions and evaluation. It can be contrasted with unfulfilled or not pursued targets in evaluative contexts. The expression is most common in formal writing, annual reports, strategy documents, and performance reviews.

See also: nastreven, doelstelling, ambitie.