Criterion
n. A standard, rule, or test on which a decision or judgment can be made.
Synonyms
principle
benchmark
standard
norm
Antonyms
probability
change
possibility
guess
Examples
Sentences
1. Judges must evaluate all criterion before making a decision about the case.
2. Teachers need to check off all of the criterion that was followed, in order to grade a student's work.
Example of Criterion in the Media
Umbridge fires Trelawney