Hyphenation of Criterion

Wondering how to hyphenate the English word Criterion? This word can be hyphenated and contains 4 syllables as shown below.

Cri-te-ri-on

Definitions of Criterion:

1.
A basis for comparison
A reference point against which other things can be evaluated The schools comply with federal standards They set the measure for all subsequent work
2.
The ideal in terms of which something can be judged
They live by the standards of their community

Synonyms of Criterion:

noun standard, measure, touchstone, reference point, point of reference, reference
noun standard, ideal

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