Synonyms of metric

metric

noun

ˈme-trik 

as in criterion

something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared

according to the usual metrics by which we judge fiction, this novel is an utter failure

Synonyms & Similar Words

• criterion
• standard
• benchmark
• measure
• yardstick
• example
• grade
• barometer
• gold standard
• touchstone
• rule
• instance
• par
• bar
• mark
• average
• norm
• case
• meridian
• summit
• pinnacle
• peak
• apex
• zenith
• acme

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• deviation
• abnormality
• aberration

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of metric

But since making its comeback earlier this decade, the SUV and its smaller sibling, the Bronco Sport, have both been a success by basically any metric. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 21 Aug. 2026

Once Letterboxd brass looked at the film, what earned it a spot came down to something less quantifiable than any of the platform’s own metrics. — Joshua Encinias, IndieWire, 21 Aug. 2026

The Vivoactive 5 also offers advanced health features such as menstrual and pregnancy tracking, HRV status, sleep data, heart rate monitoring, Pulse Ox, stress metrics, and more. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026

During this period, the company has delivered steady revenue growth, significant margin expansion, and ever-growing profitability metrics. — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026