par

noun

ˈpär How to pronounce par (audio)
Definition of parnext
1
as in standard
something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared that last dining experience was not quite up to par

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2
as in equivalence
the state or fact of being exactly the same in number, amount, status, or quality these California wines are on a par with the best produced in Europe

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3
as in average
what is typical of a group, class, or series a pulse of 70 is par for people of that age group

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Recent Examples of par Those results put Foundayo on par with Zepbound for its effect on sleep apnea. — Alice Park, Time, 9 Nov. 2026 There is no even par on the sprawling golf course that is metro Atlanta’s road system. — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 8 Nov. 2026 Worldly has launched its most expansive supplier compliance solution for environmental assessments, promising companies a simpler approach to proving that each of their facility is up to par. — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026 During my first few hours on the property, the Cormorant appeared every bit on par with what discerning Silversea guests would expect in terms of luxury and service, with a can-do staff and excellent amenities. — Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for par
Recent Examples of Synonyms for par
  1. standard
  2. equivalence
  3. average
  4. criterion
  5. equivalency
  6. normal
  7. benchmark
  8. equality
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
  • Physically resembles Harop; performance equivalence unknown ​Despite the aircraft’s striking physical resemblance to the Israeli Harop, its actual technological equivalence remains unconfirmed.
    — Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 1 Nov. 2026
  • While that enthusiasm is beginning to wane, in some ways because of AI, over the first quarter of this century, Big Tech solidified the equivalence of tech skills, wealth, and power.
    — Kamau Bobb October 21, Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of equivalence
Noun
  • The national average is below $4 per gallon, giving motorists across Chicago a bit of a breather for the first time since July.
    — Tara Molina, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
  • In the metro, temperatures are expected to reach around 67 degrees, above the 56-degree average for this time of year.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of average
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
  • After the birth of her son, Jorjiana passed her high school equivalency exam and took jobs bussing tables or working in fast food.
    — Heather Bushman, IndyStar, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The measure also prohibits undocumented students from enrolling in adult general education programs in high schools and state colleges, which help prepare those taking the GED exam for the equivalency of a high school diploma.
    — Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of equivalency
Noun
  • Confused at first, Marty learns to embrace his new normal and begins to truly appreciate the sights, sounds and people of New York City that previously went unnoticed.
    — Rachel LaBonte, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The company has been very good about adjusting to the new normal too, which is great.
    — Marah Eakin, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of normal
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
  • Those values included diversity, and an American democracy of plurality, inclusion and equality.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Hollywood was throwing an enormous party celebrating a fantasy of female empowerment while women were still fighting for equality in the real world.
    — Serena Turner, Vanity Fair, 3 Nov. 2026
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