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Benchmark
01
something that serves as a point of reference by which other things can be measured or judged
02
a surveyor's mark on a permanent object of predetermined position and elevation used as a reference point
Example
The pass-fail distinction in this assessment provides a clear benchmark for competency without overemphasizing minor errors.
In the competition, Sarah consistently worked hard to outdo her previous records and set new benchmarks.
Her portfolio consistently underperformed compared to the industry benchmark, leading her to seek new investment advice.
The academic program is designed to challenge students and enable them to exceed educational benchmarks.
