Cri·te·ri·on n.; pl. Criteria (-░), sometimes Criterions A standard of judging; any approved or established rule or test, by which facts, principles opinions, and conduct are tried in forming a correct judgment respecting them.
Of the diseases of the mind there is no criterion. --Donne.
Inferences founded on such enduring criteria. --Sir G. C. Lewis.
Syn: -- Standard; measure; rule.
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