standardized

adjective

stan·​dard·​ized ˈstan-dər-ˌdīzd How to pronounce standardized (audio)
Synonyms of standardizednext
: brought into conformity with a standard : done or produced in a standard, consistent way
standardized tests
High-volume, scientifically managed industry, producing standardized goods, generated vast economies of scale and levels of wealth unparalleled in history.Robert B. Reich

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That’s basically a standardized measure of how much better the treatment group did compared to the placebo group. New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2025 The groups note that standardized test scores alone should not be conclusive. Devin Dwyer, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2025 In addition to performing better on standardized assessments, participants successfully completed everyday tasks that require fine motor control. Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Dec. 2025 By their very nature, private investments don't trade on exchanges and lack standardized disclosures. Hugh Son, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for standardized

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of standardized was in 1879

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“Standardized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/standardized. Accessed 19 Dec. 2025.

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