Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
baseline
noun
/ˈbeɪslaɪn/
Definition
A baseline is a standard or reference point used for comparison or measurement.
Examples
- The project’s baseline shows the initial budget and timeline.
- We need to establish a baseline to track improvements in performance.
- The survey collected baseline data before the new policy was implemented.
Meaning
It represents a starting point from which progress or changes can be measured.
Synonyms
- reference point
- benchmark
- standard
- foundation
