English / word
benchmark
noun C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
a standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed
In context
01
This factory sets the industry benchmark for energy efficiency.
02
Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City sets a benchmark in sustainability.
Synonyms
standard,measure,gauge
Antonyms
anomaly,exception,outlier
Collocations
set a benchmark,industry benchmark,benchmark test