criterion | ||
1. | [ noun ] a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated | |
Synonyms: | standard touchstone measure | |
Examples: | "they set the measure for all subsequent work" |
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Related terms: | reference_point scale norm baseline yardstick standard_of_measurement gpa benchmark medium_of_exchange standardize | |
2. | [ noun ] the ideal in terms of which something can be judged | |
Synonyms: | standard | |
Examples: | "they live by the standards of their community" |
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Related terms: | ideal control_condition design_criteria standardize | |
Similar spelling: |
criterional critter criterial crater Crider Crader |