Words / B1

STAND-uh-d/ˈstændəd/

A standard is an expected level of quality: high / low / safety standards; below standard; set a standard. Quality is how good something is; a standard as an adjective means usual (standard size, standard practice). Standardise (UK) is the verb. Double standards is a criticism phrase. Living standards appear in news and essays.

Meaning

A level of quality that is considered acceptable or excellent.

Examples

• “The course has high standards.”
• “The hotel was below the usual standard.”
• “We have to meet strict safety standards.”

Good to know

high / low / safety standards. below standard. Adjective: standard = usual. Essays: living standards.

Near in meaning

level

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