Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
base-line
Noun
/ˈbeɪslaɪn/
Definition
A base-line is a minimum level of performance or a standard against which other performance levels can be measured.
Examples
- The research study established a base-line to track patient recovery.
- Before the project started, we measured the base-line metrics of our sales.
- She noted the base-line results before implementing any changes to the process.
Meaning
In various fields, such as statistics, business, and healthcare, a base-line serves as a reference point to assess progress or performance over time.
Synonyms
- Reference point
- Starting point
- Standard
- Benchmark
