METRIC Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

metric

noun

ˈme-trik

Definition of metric

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

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Recent Examples of metric Both metrics were substantially better than Wall Street analysts’ consensus forecast. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026 The Bears have held up pretty well in some basic defensive metrics. — Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 1 Nov. 2026 WalletHub ranked 100 of the country’s largest cities on 20 different metrics to determine the best places for Halloween fun in the country. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026 This is why, according to FTN’s DVOA metric, the Vikings have the fifth-most-difficult schedule remaining. — Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 30 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for metric

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Noun

Whatever the criteria, though, Meyer believes Percy Harvin meets them.

— Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2026
Organizers have not publicly provided a consistent set of criteria or business-specific evidence for all six targets.

— Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of criterion

Noun

The gym is expansive by hotel standards, with cardio machines, strength-training equipment, and a packed schedule of daily classes ranging from yoga and barre to HIIT and spin.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
Stanley Zabar was there just last week, making sure everything was up to his high standard, his family says.

— CBS News, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of standard

Noun

For listeners of a particular age and background—too young to properly appreciate Odd Future but holding up as formative Blonde, Flower Boy, and SoundCloud rap—2017’s trilogy of SATURATION albums remains a benchmark.

— H.D. Angel, Pitchfork, 9 Nov. 2026
The commercial paint gave the team a benchmark for how the new formulation performed alongside an existing product designed to limit heat absorption.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of benchmark

Noun

Far-right President Javier Milei's sweeping austerity measures, which have pushed millions of Argentines into poverty, could put him at odds with Leo, who has long championed the poor.

— Carrie Kahn, NPR, 7 Nov. 2026
Assessing security threats and implementing aviation security measures primarily falls to national authorities, working in coordination with airport operators, airlines and law enforcement.

— Jenni Reid, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026

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