criterion
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Learner's definition of CRITERION
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something that is used as a reason for making a judgment or decision
— often + for
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High test scores are one criterion [=standard] used by universities to determine which students to admit.
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What were the criteria used to choose the winner?
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the university's criteria for admission
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Our main criterion for hiring new employees is that they have a lot of past work experience.
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