reference point

noun

: something that is used to judge or understand something else

The professor used the study as a reference point for evaluating and discussing other theories.

Examples of reference point in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Therefore, McGetchin being a large, pristine crater provides a valuable reference point for understanding how craters form and evolve. — Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 17 Sep. 2026

New graphite alternative COnovate says eCOphite can introduce a durable voltage reference point into the battery. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026

In other words, this longer-term trendline has remained an important technical reference point for several years. — Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2026

This creates a reference point for assets that would otherwise be open to interpretation during a divorce, with each side responsible for presenting independent experts. — Lisa Zeiderman, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for reference point

• adjoint
• anoint
• appoint
• checkpoint
• conjoint
• disjoint
• endpoint
• gunpoint
• midpoint
• nonpoint
• pinpoint
• standpoint