Criterion and Grade

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Criterion noun - Something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared.

Usage example: one criterion for grading these essays will be their conformity to the rules of traditional grammar

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Grade and criterion are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Grade" instead a noun "Criterion".

Grade noun - Degree of excellence.

Usage example: only motor oil of the highest grade for his fancy sports car

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Criterion and grade are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Criterion" instead a noun "Grade".

Nearby Words: graded, gradation, graduation, grading, grader

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