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criterion

/kraɪˈtɪriən/
English Definition
n. a standard or principle by which something is judged or decided.
中文释义
标准
Example Sentence

The primary criterion for selecting a research site was the accessibility of historical archives and the availability of original documents.

选择研究地点的主要标准是历史档案的可获取性和原始文件的可用性。

Synonyms
standard benchmark yardstick
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
cri(judge)+terion(standard).
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “criterion”?

  1. A Something that is not included in the general rule or does not follow a rule or pattern
  2. B A type of living thing
  3. C A standard or principle by which something is judged or decided.
  4. D Difficult choice
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C — A standard or principle by which something is judged or decided.. “criterion” means a standard or principle by which something is judged or decided..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “a standard or principle by which something is judged or decided.”?

  1. A dilemma
  2. B species
  3. C exception
  4. D criterion
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D — criterion. “criterion” means a standard or principle by which something is judged or decided..

Common questions about “criterion”

What does “criterion” mean?

criterion — a standard or principle by which something is judged or decided.. In Chinese: 标准.

How do you pronounce “criterion”?

criterion is pronounced /kraɪˈtɪriən/.

How is “criterion” used in a sentence?

The primary criterion for selecting a research site was the accessibility of historical archives and the availability of original documents. (选择研究地点的主要标准是历史档案的可获取性和原始文件的可用性。)

What are synonyms for “criterion”?

standard, benchmark, yardstick — all close in meaning to criterion (a standard or principle by which something is judged or decided.).

Is “criterion” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. criterion is on the SAT Prep Easy list — mid-frequency academic words that do get tested. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “criterion”?

cri(judge)+terion(standard).

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The Digital SAT tests vocabulary through Words in Context questions, never as a standalone definition. Learn the word, then use it against a real passage.