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Meaning of the word criterion in English

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criterion

US /kraɪˈtɪr.i.ən/
UK /kraɪˈtɪr.i.ən/
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Noun

1.

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

Example:
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The main criterion for selection is fluency in English.
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What criteria do you use to evaluate performance?
Synonym:
standardmeasurebenchmarkyardstickguideline
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