yardstick Synonym

Synonyme yardstick

benchmark - standard - criterion - gauge - measure - touchstone - barometer - guide - norm - reference - scale - yard - rule - indicator - test - model - template - pattern - exemplar - archetype - paradigm - example - basis - comparison - metric - index - parameter - specification - guideline - blueprint - framework - rubric


A yardstick is a standard used to measure or assess the effectiveness, value, or quality of something. It originates from a physical ruler measuring three feet or 36 inches but is frequently used metaphorically to set benchmarks or standards in various contexts.



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