Definitions for criterion

Definitions for (noun) criterion

Main entry: standard, criterion

Definition: the ideal in terms of which something can be judged

Usage: they live by the standards of their community


Main entry: standard, touchstone, measure, criterion

Definition: a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated

Usage: the schools comply with federal standards; they set the measure for all subsequent work


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