Definitions

1. noun

standards or criteria used for judging or evaluating something

“The job application was rejected because it did not meet the essential criteria.”

2. noun

things or circumstances considered in judging or evaluating something

“The weather and road conditions were taken into account as criteria for the trip’s difficulty.”

3. noun

a standard or level of quality

“The hotel’s high standards of cleanliness are the criteria for its excellent reputation.”