benchmark

Meaning

A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.

A standard or point of reference for comparison or measurement.

Example Sentences

Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City sets a benchmark in sustainability.

This product sets a new benchmark in technology.

Synonyms

standard, criterion, yardstick, measure, reference point

Entry 1

standard, criterion, yardstick, measure, reference point

Entry 2

standard, yardstick

Antonyms

anomaly, irregularity, deviation, exception, variance

Entry 1

anomaly, irregularity, deviation, exception

Entry 2

irregularity, variance