1. criterion

noun. (kraɪˈtɪriːən) A basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated.
Synonyms
procrustean rule graduated table procrustean standard measure system of measurement gauge procrustean bed ERA metric standard earned run average touchstone benchmark medium of exchange scale ordered series yardstick grade point average GPA standard of measurement baseline scale of measurement norm monetary system
Antonyms
unrhythmical unorthodox abnormal irregular uncommon
Etymology
criterion (English)
criterion (Latin)
κριτήριον (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
κριτής (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
κρίνω (Ancient Greek (to 1453))

2. criterion

noun. (kraɪˈtɪriːən) The ideal in terms of which something can be judged.
Synonyms
control standard design criteria ideal control condition
Antonyms
inactivity nonstandard standard criticize thinness
Etymology
criterion (English)
criterion (Latin)
κριτήριον (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
κριτής (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
κρίνω (Ancient Greek (to 1453))
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