Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
criteria
Noun
/kraɪˈtɪəriə/

Definition
The standards or principles by which something is judged or decided.

Examples
- In hiring, the criteria for selection include experience and skills.
- The panel established clear criteria to assess the quality of the submissions.
- It’s important to set criteria before beginning a research project.

Meaning
Criteria are the specific requirements or guidelines that help in making decisions, evaluations, or conclusions.

Synonyms
- Standards
- Guidelines
- Benchmarks
- Parameters