baseline

[beys-lahyn] / ˈbeɪsˌlaɪn /

NOUN

basic standard or level

Synonyms

STRONGEST

control criterion guideline measure standard

STRONG

diagnostic touchstone

WEAK

basis example exemplar paradigm precedent threshold

Example Sentences

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Instead of increasing brain activity, the research points to reducing baseline activity as a way to lower mental noise and improve attention.

From Science Daily

Here’s what his study did: About 400 people between the ages of 18 and 24 were instructed to use their phones normally for two weeks to get a baseline of screen time and other metrics.

From The Wall Street Journal

Among her impressive moves, Sienna followed an offensive rebound with a step-back fadeaway jumper, drove the baseline for a layup and also took a pass over the top of the defense for a layup.

From Los Angeles Times

Goldman Sachs’ baseline forecast is similarly “friendly” for equities thanks in part to stimulative tax breaks by Washington and the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate cuts.

From The Wall Street Journal

The four-time major singles champion has the ability to hit through opponents, though she is still prone to being erratic from the baseline.

From BBC