standard
Translation
standard, norm, benchmark, criterion
Examples
This work is not up to our standard.
This work is not up to our standard.
We have high safety standards.
We have high safety standards.
Grammar Patterns
a ((standard)) for (sth.) a quality standard for our products
Similar Words
Synonyms: benchmark, norm, criterion, measure
Etymology
From Old French 'estandart', a military banner around which soldiers would stand.
Memory Tips
A 'standard' is a level you must 'stand' up to or meet.