critère
criterion, standard
noun krih-TEHR Rare
Origin: Greek 'kriterion' (means of judging)
Usage Note
Critère is used in formal and everyday speech alike when specifying the basis for a judgment or selection. Its plural critères is very common. Do not confuse it with critique, which means criticism or critic.
Examples
"Quel est le critère principal de sélection?"
Natural Translation
What is the main selection criterion?

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