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    criterion
    /krʌɪˈtɪərɪən/

    noun

    • 1. a principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided: "they award a green label to products that meet certain environmental criteria"

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  2. The meaning of CRITERION is a standard on which a judgment or decision may be based. How to use criterion in a sentence. Did you know? Is criteria singular or plural?: Usage Guide Synonym Discussion of Criterion.

  3. CRITERION definition: 1. a standard by which you judge, decide about, or deal with something: 2. a standard by which you…. Learn more.

  4. a standard of judgment or criticism; a rule or principle for evaluating or testing something. Synonyms: yardstick, touchstone, measure. criterion. / kraɪˈtɪərɪən / noun. a standard by which something can be judged or decided. philosophy a defining characteristic of something. Discover More. Usage Note.

  5. A criterion is a factor on which you judge or decide something. The most important criterion for entry is that applicants must design and make their own work. [ + for] British defence policy had to meet three criteria if it was to succeed. Synonyms: standard, test, rule, measure More Synonyms of criterion.

  6. /kraɪˈtɪriə/ ) a standard or principle by which something is judged, or with the help of which a decision is made. The main criterion is value for money. She failed to meet the strict selection criteria. What criteria are used for assessing a student's ability?

  7. A criterion is a standard for judging something. If you are holding a cupcake competition, your number one criterion might be the smoothness of frosting. A criterion is a category for judging, but can also be a prerequisite for an achievement.

  8. CRITERION definition: a fact or level of quality that you use when making a choice or decision: . Learn more.