CEFR B2

criterion

noun

Meaning

A principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided.

Examples

The main criterion for admission is a high GPA.
We need to establish clear criteria for evaluating the proposals.

Synonyms: standard, measure, benchmark, yardstick

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criterion (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /kraɪˈtɪəriən/

Definition

A principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided.

Examples

The main criterion for admission is a high GPA.
We need to establish clear criteria for evaluating the proposals.
What is your primary criterion when choosing a new car?

How to Use criterion

criterion for (prepositional phrase): A standard used to judge or decide something specific. — "The main criterion for promotion is performance."
criteria for (prepositional phrase): Standards used to judge or decide multiple things. — "We discussed the criteria for selecting the best candidate."

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