GOLD STANDARDS Synonyms: 30 Similar and Opposite Words

gold standards

noun

plural of gold standard

as in standards

something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared the gold standard for accurate experimental procedures is the double-blind medication trial

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Recent Examples of gold standards Clearly, the Rockies have a mountain of work to do just to become a competitive team this season, but Schaeffer is confident that Tovar and Doyle will return to their gold standards. —

Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 8 Mar. 2026

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Consumer advocates said the findings support SB 1076, a bill that would require insurers to offer coverage to homeowners who meet state fire safety standards.

— City News Service, Daily News, 31 Mar. 2026
In response, rental companies are implementing stricter cleaning standards, higher security deposits, and more surveillance.

— Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026