Meaning of the word criteria in English

What does criteria mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

criteria

US /kraɪˈtɪriə/
UK /kraɪˈtɪəriə/
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Plural Noun

a principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided

Example:
What are the criteria for selecting the best candidate?
The judges used several criteria to evaluate the entries.