Synonyms of benchmark

benchmark

noun

ˈbench-ˌmärk 

as in standard

something set up as an example against which others of the same type are compared

this prize-winning biography will be the benchmark against which all others will be judged in future years

Synonyms & Similar Words

• standard
• criterion
• measure
• metric
• yardstick
• example
• touchstone
• barometer
• gold standard
• par
• grade
• rule
• instance
• bar
• mark
• norm
• average
• case
• pinnacle
• peak
• summit
• apex
• meridian
• zenith
• acme

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• deviation
• abnormality
• aberration

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of benchmark

Graphics and Gaming Tests Our graphics performance testing starts with three of UL's 3DMark benchmarks using the macOS-compatible 3DMark iOS app. —PCMAG, 12 Mar. 2025

The company’s commitment to sustainability and innovation continues to set a new benchmark for the bottled water industry. —Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025

Inclusion in the prestigious and sometimes contentious Michelin Guide is often noted as a benchmark of quality and service, with the long-running company’s top accolade — stars — regarded as some of the highest honors in the culinary industry. —Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025

Should the Court side with Ames, her victory could ease legal benchmarks for Title VII claims, opening the way for more straight petitioners to allege discrimination. —Abby Monteil, Them, 10 Mar. 2025