noun / adjective
standard
STAN-derd/ˈstændərd/
An accepted reference for judging conformity.
The lab uses this sample as a standard for comparison.
Etymology
A military banner apparently gave its name to official weights and measures, though that transition is uncertain. From an authoritative measure, the word broadened to a recognized level of quality or rule of judgment.
In context
we we have our own standard that we we want to meet in terms of like the quality of our our are playing
More examples
- All helmets must meet national safety standards.
- Checking identification is standard procedure at the front desk.
- The standard model costs less than the customized version.
Forms
standard · standards
standardize verb — To make something follow a common standard.
Similar words
- benchmark
- Usually a comparison point for performance rather than a requirement.
- criterion
- A specific judging factor rather than an overall reference.
- norm
- Emphasizes what is typical rather than an authoritative reference.