Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

capped-a-performance

noun

/kæpt ə pərˈfɔːrməns/

Definition

A capped-a-performance refers to a type of limit set on the maximum output or achievement level in a given activity or event.

Examples

The team’s capped-a-performance in the final match was disappointing, as they had been performing better in earlier games.
Due to the capped-a-performance rule, no participant could score more than 100 points in the contest.
The event organizer was criticized for implementing a capped-a-performance, which many felt limited the competitors’ potential.

Meaning

This term is often used in contexts where there is a restriction placed on the performance, such as in competitions, evaluations, or assessments, indicating that no performance can exceed a certain level.