The criterion
Example: The criterion determines selection standards
Definition
"The criterion" refers to a standard or principle by which something may be judged or decided. It serves as a benchmark to evaluate or determine the quality, value, or correctness of something, often used in selection or assessment processes.
Etymology
The word "criterion" comes from the Greek word 'kriterion,' meaning 'a means for judging.' It was adopted into English in the 17th century to describe a standard or rule used to make judgments or decisions. Did you know that its plural form, 'criteria,' is often mistakenly used as singular?
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"The criterion" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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