Standards
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈstændədz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Standards is a noun meaning plural of standard.
Meaning
plural of standard.
More Meanings
- Principles of conduct shaped by one's ideas of morality, decency and honor.
Example Sentences
by my standards
moral standards
The behaviour of these kids! Standards are really slipping these days.
There is some sign of disparate standards bodies becoming more closely aligned.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include standardized, common, criterial, normative, prescriptive, authoritative.
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