criteria
US /kraɪˈtɪriə/
Definition
a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
All applicants must meet the criteria listed in the job notice.
Synonyms
- standardsa basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated
- benchmarksa standard by which something can be measured or judged
Collocations
- Easy selection criteriadescribing selection criteria (the act of choosing or selecting)
- Medium meet evaluation criteriato fulfill, satisfy, or encounter regarding evaluation criteria
- Hard stringent eligibility criteriadescribing stringent eligibility criteria (demanding strict attention to rules and procedures)
- Very Hard establish definitive performance criteriato establish definitive performance criteria, meaning to set up or found
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.