Criteria

Pronunciation: /kraɪˈtɪriːən/

Criteria (noun)

  1. A rule or standard used to judge something and decide what is acceptable or best.
  2. A specific requirement used to check whether a person, idea, or result meets a goal.
  3. A condition written in a law or policy that must be satisfied for an action or decision.

Examples

  • The team used clear criteria to choose the best plan.
  • Your criteria should match the goal of the project.